The DeShaun Foster era didn't last very long at UCLA. On Sunday, the university confirmed Foster had been fired after the Bruins went 0-3 to start the 2025 college football season. Foster was hired in 2024 after an All-American career as a running back at the school and a journeyman NFL career.

If USF Bulls football coach Alex Golesh is a candidate to replace Deshaun Foster at UCLA, the Bruins may be a shoo-in to retain Nico Iamaleava.

Nico Iamaleava and the Bruins fell to 0-3 on Friday, putting more pressure on coach DeShaun Foster to turn things around.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq as UCLA's decision to fire DeShaun Foster sparks strong reaction from recruits.

The coaching staff made it a talking point all week, but for the third consecutive game the Bruins trailed by double digits before scoring their first points.

The Bruins limp into a bye week after closing the “soft” portion of their schedule with a 35-10 loss to a Lobos team that gashes them for 298 rushing yards at the Rose Bowl.

The Bruins head coach detailed the ever-changing college football landscape and how it affects roster and fan chemistry.