PERFECT FIT: James Madison’s Bob Chesney Makes BOLD Jump WEST—Is UCLA the PERFECT Fit?

UCLA Bruins make a bold move by naming Bob Chesney as Head Football Coach, sparking debates about his fit and potential for instant success in the Big Ten. Can Chesney’s proven experience and recruitment prowess ignite a turnaround for a struggling UCLA program?

Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer and Dave Schultz spotlight Chesney’s dynamic personality, game-changing second-half strategies, and impressive results at James Madison despite massive roster turnover.

The conversation heats up around quarterback Nico’s future, the challenges of recruiting in Southern California, and Chesney’s ability to build defensive and offensive line depth.

With UCLA fans hungry for a bowl appearance and a return to relevance, this episode explores whether Chesney’s program-building skills can deliver fast results and transform the Bruins into Big Ten contenders.

00:00 JMU Football's QB Journey
04:04 Chesney's Impact on Team Rebuild
09:31 Recruiting Strategy for Bob Chesney
14:11 Coach's Career Transition Insights
19:59 "Is Bob Chesney UCLA's Future?"
23:23 Chesney's QB Success and Adaptability
26:34 UCLA Hires Proven Coach Chesney
29:39 Cal Coaching Change Analysis
30:54 "UCLA Hires Bob Chesney"

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