One of the consistent themes of last year for the UCLA Bruins football team was the youth on the defensive line, with 3 true freshman and 2 more underclassmen logging a large amount of snaps throughout the season. The group constantly showed their inexperience, which was to be expected, but over the course of the season they continued to show improvement, which is a good sign going forward.
That said, things are not going to be easier for this group next year. Let’s break down who’s gone, and who’s back for Spring.
Who’s Gone?
Nnoruka transferred out of the program following the conclusion of the season, and it’s honestly a bit disappointing.