The UCLA Bruins wrapped up spring football last week. Heading into the offseason, there is plenty of optimism around the program, and for good reason.  After going just 3-9 last season. The Bruins made some massive changes. For starters, they fired head coach DeShaun Foster mid-season. From there, they started their long search for their next head coach, landing on former JMU head coach Bob Chesney .   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 went 21-6 over two seasons with JMU. Taking over a transitioning team from FCS to FBS, Chesney made a seamless transition for a growing JMU team. In 2025, they reached unprecedented heights, going 12-2, cruising to a Sun Belt title and reaching the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history.  Now with UCLA, Chesney will have his hands full right away.…