UCLA football projected to spend $26-30 million on roster in 2026
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Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Athletic projects that UCLA football will spend between $26 million and $30 million on its roster for the current season. Under first-year head coach Bob Chesney, the Bruins have shown improvements on the field. They rank behind prominent programs like Texas, Ohio State, and Oregon, with spending levels substantially lower than the top-tier teams in college football. The report highlights the spending, revealing that several Big Ten teams and eleven SEC programs feature higher budgets than UCLA. As Chesney continues his tenure, expectations may grow for increased investment in the future.
- •UCLA's 2026 roster spending projected at $26-30 million.
- •Bruins improved performance noted under coach Bob Chesney.
- •Oregon, Texas, and Ohio State are top spenders in college football.
- •Eight Big Ten teams outspend UCLA, including USC and Michigan.
- •SEC has majority of the highest spender programs.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — How much does The Athletic project UCLA spends on their roster?
"In a new report, The Athletic projects that UCLA football spends between $26-30 million on their roster.
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