Bleav in UCLA Football Podcast

Bleav in UCLA Football

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Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods. Woods played for the Bruins from 2015-19. Williams has covered the football program since 2019. They will talk all things UCLA football on this podcast.
UCLA football closing in on Top 25 recruiting class for 2025, CFB25 video game, NIL deals
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks about the latest topics involving the UCLA football program. DeShaun Foster and the Bruins are working toward a Top 25 recruiting class for 2025 with 10 recruits already committed, including Warren quarterback Madden Iamaleava. Williams also discusses why he's excited about the EA Sports College Football 2025 video game and recent NIL deals for current and future Bruins.
Jun 8, 2024
25 min
Larry Farmer talks about UCLA teammate Bill Walton
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks with former UCLA men's basketball coach and player Larry Farmer. Farmer joins the show to discuss the passing of UCLA legend Bill Walton. Farmer and Walton were teammates who won NCAA National Championships for John Wooden's basketball teams from 1971-73. Farmer is the author of the book titled "Role of a Lifetime: Larry Farmer and the UCLA Bruins"
May 31, 2024
23 min
UCLA football recruiting with Bruin Blitz reporter Tracy McDannald
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks with (Rivals) Bruin Blitz's reporter Tracy McDannald about UCLA football's change in recruiting with DeShaun Foster as the program's new head coach. They also talk about the impact new coaches like Eric Bieniemy and Juan Castillo have already had on recruits that have stopped by Westwood. Williams and McDannald also talk about 2025 quarterback Madden Iamaleava (Warren) and 2026 quarterback Jaden O'Neal (Narbonne).
May 22, 2024
36 min
Spring Showcase reaction, NFL draft results, recruiting trail
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talk about the 2024 Spring Showcase at the Rose Bowl. Woods and Williams were both on the field for the event and shared their perspectives and experiences. The guys also talk about the results of the NFL draft and where the Bruins ended up.
May 4, 2024
38 min
Laiatu Latu drafted by Indianapolis Colts in first round
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams joins the "Bleav in Colts" podcast to talk with Lawrence Owen and Donald Thomas about UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu being drafted No. 15 to Indianapolis. Latu was the first defensive player taken in the 2024 draft after 14 straight offensive players were drafted ahead of him.
Apr 27, 2024
24 min
Safety Alex Johnson on breakout year, his draft process, wearing No. 36
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talk with defensive back Alex Johnson. Johnson had a breakout year in 2023 with five interceptions and a fumble recovery for a touchdown. The guys talk about Johnson's draft process, what it meant to wear the No. 36 and more. **Sorry for the audio issues with this one**
Apr 25, 2024
29 min
UCLA football coach DeShaun Foster on Jay Toia, Spring Showcase, NIL
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams catch up with head football coach DeShaun Foster. There's been a lot of buzz around the program since he was hired. Foster talks about the success of the Friday Night Lights practice held at the Wasserman Football Center and what fans can expect during the Spring Showcase this Saturday. Foster also talks about defensive lineman Jay Toia, who decided to withdraw his name from the transfer portal on Monday night.
Apr 23, 2024
27 min
DL Jay Toia plans to enter transfer portal, 3 Bruins suffer ACL injuries
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks about UCLA defensive lineman Jay Toia's decision to enter the transfer portal and why it is a significant blow to the roster. Williams also talks about the three football players who suffered ACL injuries during spring practice.
Apr 18, 2024
18 min
Josh Woods recaps his UCLA football spring practice visit
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talk about the start of spring football practice. Woods recaps his visit to Westwood where he watched practice and interacted with several of the program's current and former players. The guys also talk about head coach DeShaun Foster and some of his transfer portal priorities before the 2024 spring window opens on April 15.
Apr 11, 2024
57 min
Kenny Churchwell III on college career, pro day and more
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talk with defensive back Kenny Churchwell III. Churchwell spent six seasons with the football program and talks about his interactions with former head coach Chip Kelly and current head coach DeShaun Foster. Churchwell also talks about being the Bruin that had to lead the drills during the 2024 UCLA Pro Day and much more.
Mar 28, 2024
47 min
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