The Bruins are finishing games on the defensive end. After a seven-point loss to then-No. 10 Washington and a 30-point victory over California, coach Chip Kelly said he is starting to see the defense make progress within his system. Read more...

Photo: Sophomore cornerback Darnay Holmes said he and the rest of the UCLA secondary have preached a next-play mentality in recent weeks. Holmes recorded a forced fumble in UCLA’s 37-7 victory over California on Saturday. (Liz Ketcham/Assistant Photo editor)

Chip Kelly is known for going fast in games and in practice. The UCLA football coach is also known for his sports science-themed approach to training his players. Read more...

Photo: Junior linebacker Krys Barnes credited pace of play and strong tackling for UCLA’s win over California on Saturday. Barnes recorded his first interception of the season in the win. (Liz Ketcham/Assistant Photo editor)

The door to the UCLA locker room was slightly ajar, and a vociferous roar emerged from within. It was the Bruin football team singing the fight song to celebrate its first win of the season after the worst start in school history since 1943. Read more...

Photo: Redshirt junior outside linebacker Keisean Lucier-South recorded an interception, a strip-sack and a fumble recovery for a touchdown Saturday night. UCLA defeated California 37-7 for the Bruins’ first win of the season. (Liz Ketcham/Assistant Photo editor)