With Bob Chesney, UCLA Isn't Scared Of A 12- Or 24-Team College Football Playoff

UCLA’s energetic coach Bob Chesney credits relentless attention to detail and positivity for jump‑starting the program into a 9–0, top‑5 season.
Starting QB Nico Iamaleava suffered a season‑ending injury, but backup Ty Dieffenbach stepped in and kept the Bruins unbeaten.
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams in 2027 — UCLA leaders welcome more chances and tougher tests, though some worry about dilution.