The Bruins are looking to improve upon their disastrous losing record from last year, which saw them end the year 3-8 and far too many disappointed fans who expected to see more. Their first game was beyond awful , being a 30+ blowout against the Utah Utes, with few players performing well, and the second game was much better but still a loss to the UNLV Rebels. 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 In both games, there were players who shone, and they will need to shine again come fall in order to put the Bruins back on the map, so which players from game three of last season will be able to come back and dominate once more? The Offensive Player of the Day Against New Mexico: Mikey Matthews Nov 22, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; Washington Huskies safety Rahshawn Clark (2) forces a fumble by UCLA Bruins wide receiver Mikey Matthews (7) during the first half the Rose Bowl.…