UCLA Football Media Availability – Coach Chesney (Nov. 9, 2026)

UCLA’s Bob Chesney has intriguing take on CFP expansion amid epic run

The criticisms of an expanded College Football Playoff are well established. Naysayers contend a 24-team CFP will diminish the importance of the regular season, end the bowl system and result in lots of lopsided first-round games. Bob Chesney sees it differently. UCLA head coach Bob Chesney speaks to reporters after an NCAA college football game...

Bob Chesney Says UCLA Can Reach 12- or 24-Team CFP

UCLA coach Bob Chesney welcomes a larger College Football Playoff, arguing that more teams create more chances to prove themselves through adversity. With UCLA undefeated despite losing its starting quarterback, Chesney’s message is simple: the Bruins will find a way into the tournament, whatever its size. By the Numbers UCLA is 9-0 for the first time since 1998. The Bruins are ranked in the top five for the first time since 2001. The CFP is set…

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

Why UCLA and Bob Chesney welcome the idea of a 24-team College Football Playoff.

UCLA Football Media Availability – Coach Chesney (Nov. 9, 2026)