UCLA Bruins prepare for USC Trojans matchup with new coach Bob Chesney
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The UCLA Bruins, now under head coach Bob Chesney, are focusing on improving their competitiveness against the USC Trojans. Historical performance has favored USC, but recent matchups suggest a physical approach from UCLA could shift the balance. USC's Lincoln Riley has succeeded in recruiting elite talent, making the challenging for UCLA. Chesney's success in developing players and building a strong roster will be crucial as the Bruins aim to build a rivalry that has been one-sided for years.
- •Bob Chesney wants UCLA to be competitive against USC.
- •USC has historically outperformed UCLA since the early 2000s.
- •Recent matchups show potential for UCLA's physical style to challenge USC.
- •Lincoln Riley is recruiting top talent for USC.
- •Chesney’s ability to develop players will be key for UCLA.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Will USC-UCLA showdown be a close contest in 2026?
"Bob Chesney has lofty expectations coming into his tenure with UCLA. For Chesney to fully succeed he'll need to beat the USC Trojans.
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