UCLA struggles with recruitment amid competition from Arizona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
UCLA has reignited interest from local recruits, securing four-star quarterback Josiah Boyd. However, the Bruins may lose three-star quarterback Jaxson Carper to Arizona, whose head coach is former Rams player Troy Hill. Arizona is gaining momentum in Carper's recruitment, with interest from other schools like Wisconsin, Utah, Nebraska, and Kansas also noted. Meanwhile, UCLA remains focused on building a strong recruiting foundation led by coach Bob Chesney, as they aim to attract top talent in the region.
- •Josiah Boyd is expected to announce his commitment to UCLA.
- •Jaxson Carper is trending towards Arizona, coached by Troy Hill.
- •UCLA aims to improve regional recruiting under coach Bob Chesney.
- •Arizona is facing competition for Carper from several Power Four schools.
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