"A solid finish to last season and an offseason highlighted by the transfer addition of quarterback Nico Iamaleava generated newfound excitement around the program. But then, the games began, and it was ugly right away. After an 0-3 start in which UCLA was outscored 108-43, the school fired Foster on Sept. 14, two days after the Bruins were blown out by New Mexico at a mostly empty Rose Bowl."
"Florida State defensive coordinator Tony White: A UCLA alum, White's name has gained steam in coaching searches, and he spoke with UCLA before the team hired Foster. He has since moved from Nebraska to Florida State, which opened the season with a massive win against Alabama and could challenge for the ACC title. White, 46, comes from the Rocky Long coaching tree and worked in Southern California as a San Diego State assistant from 2009 to 2017."
DeShaun Foster was promoted to UCLA head coach less than two years ago after a decorated playing career and staff role. A strong finish to the previous season and the offseason addition of quarterback Nico Iamaleava raised optimism. UCLA lost its first three games, was outscored 108-43, and Foster was fired on Sept. 14 following a blowout loss to New Mexico at a sparsely attended Rose Bowl. Athletic director Martin Jarmond will lead the coaching search amid questions about his level of control. The program faces Big Ten financial pressures, needs a clear identity, and could benefit from an experienced head coach or proven assistant.
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