The first offseason in the Bob Chesney era at UCLA has been full of optimism and hope, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t come without any challenges.  After DeShaun Foster was fired as the team’s head coach mid-season, the Bruins began their search for the next head coach to lead a middling program that has struggled immensely since joining the Big Ten. The Bruins went just 3-9 last season and are a combined 8-16 since joining the Big Ten two seasons ago.  May 2, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins coach Bob Chesney reacts during the spring game at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Chesney’s Resume In comes Bob Chesney, the former James Madison head coach who helped spearhead their seamless transition from FCS to FBS.…