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Rodrick Pleasant steps up as leader for UCLA football team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Rodrick Pleasant steps up as leader for UCLA football team

Summary

UCLA senior Rodrick Pleasant is committed to leadership as the Bruins enter preseason camp. The dual-sport athlete, who faced challenges adapting to college football, aims to mentor younger players similar to how Nikko Reed supported him. Pleasant’s experience recovering from a shoulder injury led him to take on a coaching role during spring practices. Under head coach Bob Chesney, the family-oriented environment has fostered Pleasant's development and the team's chemistry ahead of the season. He is particularly focused on mentoring sophomore Osiris Gilbert from UConn.

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•Rodrick Pleasant is a senior cornerback for UCLA football.
•He emphasizes mentorship, drawing from his experience with Nikko Reed.
•Pleasant previously dealt with a shoulder injury, impacting his practice participation.
•UCLA's coaching staff, led by Bob Chesney, promotes a family-oriented culture.
•Pleasant is mentoring newcomer Osiris Gilbert, a UConn transfer.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — UCLA senior Rodrick Pleasant is driven to lead, pay forward help others gave him

What they're saying

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Gardena native and dual-sport talent Rodrick Pleasant leaned heavily on role models. Now the UCLA senior is showing his gratitude by helping others.
— Yahoo Sports

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