UCLA LB Omosigho praises HC Chesney's competitive environment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:51 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
During UCLA's media day on July 29, linebacker Samuel "Sammy" Omosigho highlighted Head Coach Chesney's influence on the team's culture. Omosigho stated that Chesney has established a strong standard of accountability among players and coaches, fostering a competitive atmosphere in the facility. Omosigho, who transferred from Oklahoma, accumulated notable statistics last season, with two sacks and 50 tackles, including 4.5 for a loss. UCLA will begin the season aiming to build on this positive environment established by Chesney.
- •Samuel Omosigho spoke at UCLA's media day on July 29.
- •Omosigho noted a strong accountability system among team members.
- •Chesney's approach aims to enhance competitiveness and growth.
- •Omosigho had 50 tackles and two sacks last season.
- •The Bruins prepare for the upcoming season under Chesney's guidance.
- 1:51 PMYahoo Sports — HC Chesney has 'implemented a great standard' at UCLA, per LB Omosigho
""We hold each other accountable, from the coaches to the players. It's building a good, competitive, growing, natural environment in the facility."
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