USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with current Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Alec Anderson about his recent contract extension, his time as a UCLA Bruin and much more. Anderson is considered one of the most versatile offensive linemen in the league and recently got engaged. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shirt No. 2 : Bleav in UCLA football Interact with us: Jo...
Jun 10, 2025•46 min•Ep. 133
USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with sports agent Sam Leaf Ireifej of the Ballengee Group about various topics, including his perspective on the UCLA football program, the NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) landscape, and much more. Ireifej also talks about Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Osa Odighizuwa and Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Alec Anderson. Both were UCLA football players who played for Chip Kelly in recent years and recently signed extensions to remain with their respective...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 132
USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with reporter Tracy McDannald (Rivals and Bruin Blitz ) to talk about the latest UCLA football commitments. St. John Bosco linebacker Matthew Muasau and Crean Lutheran defensive lineman Anthony Jones committed to UCLA football this week. McDannald shares what he's learned about the duo. McDannald also talks about quarterback Nico Iamaleava , the Bruins' spring camp and what else is going on in recruiting. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Blea...
May 15, 2025•59 min•Ep. 131
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about Nico Iamaleava, who is expected to transfer to Westwood and play quarterback for the UCLA football program. Iamaleava played high school football at Warren High School in Downey before spending the past two seasons with the Tennessee Volunteers. He is expected to come in and compete for the starting quarterback role. Woods also provides an update from UCLA's spring camp to share the latest he's seen from DeShau...
Apr 18, 2025•48 min•Ep. 130
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk with Oluwafemi Oladejo. The former UCLA linebacker and edge rusher will participate in the NFL Scouting Combine this week as he continues to improve his draft stock. Oladejo also talks with the guys about moving to edge before the 2024 season, his time at the Senior Bowl and much more. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I...
Feb 27, 2025•39 min•Ep. 129
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk with Nico Davillier about his decision to join the UCLA football program for the 2025-26 season after spending the past few seasons with the Arkansas Razorbacks. Davillier talks about his early impressions of DeShaun Foster and UCLA and why he believes being a Bruin was the best choice for him. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. ...
Feb 19, 2025•36 min•Ep. 128
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about UCLA football coach DeShaun Foster adding several new faces on the coaching staff for the 2025 season. Several announcements were made throughout the week to make new additions and promotions official. Tino Sunseri -- Offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach (Indiana) Gabe Lynn -- Safeties coach (Colorado) Burl Toler III -- Passing game coordinator, recruiting coordinator and wide receivers coach (Cal) Andy...
Dec 21, 2024•59 min•Ep. 127
USA Today reporter James H. Williams is joined by Indianapolis Star IU Insider Zach Osterman to talk about the Bruins' incoming offensive coordinator Tino Sunseri. Sunseri will finish the postseason with Indiana football before arriving in Westwood. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shirt No. 2 : Bleav in UCLA football Interact with us: Josh and James want your feedback and ...
Dec 06, 2024•25 min•Ep. 126
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about UCLA parting ways with Eric Bieniemy. The guys also discuss potential new hires to DeShaun Foster's staff, including Tino Sunseri and Demetrice Martin. The guys also talked about what happened with Madden Iamaleava and Jace Brown flipping to Arkansas and the Rose Bowl Stadium announcing its latest renovation projects. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help s...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 125
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods share their reaction to UCLA football's loss to USC at the Rose Bowl last week. The guys also talk about linebacker Carson Schwesinger and defensive coordinator Ikaika Malloe being considered for awards this season. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shirt No. 2 : Bleav in UCLA football Interact with u...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 124
USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with Norman Powell of the Los Angeles Clippers. Powell spent four years with the UCLA men's basketball team. Powell has found success early this season as a starter for the Clippers alongside James Harden and Ivica Zubac. Williams also talks about the latest happening with the UCLA football program and its current three-game winning streak. The Bruins travel to play Washington on Friday. SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and...
Nov 14, 2024•34 min•Ep. 123
USA Today reporter James H. Williams joins Adam Carriker's show to talk about UCLA football's upcoming matchup against Dylan Raiola and Nebraska. James also shares what coach DeShaun Foster and UCLA alum Tony White had to say earlier this week. Looking for a new hat? Check out Melin . SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shirt No. 2 : Bleav in UCLA football Interact with us: Jo...
Oct 31, 2024•23 min•Ep. 122
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about quarterback Justyn Martin getting his first career start last weekend against Penn State on the road. Quarterback Ethan Garbers did not play due to an injury. The guys also talk about the latest on Garbers and who is taking reps at practice. Looking for a new hat? Check out Melin . SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The...
Oct 11, 2024•36 min•Ep. 121
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about the loss to Oregon and what has happen as a result. Quarterback Ethan Garbers is questionable for the upcoming game against Penn State. Backup quarterback Justyn Martin has been taking first-team reps at practice. Defensive coordinator Ikaika Malloe gets emotional talking about the Bruins' effort and more. Looking for a new hat? Check out Melin . SHIRTS available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop an...
Oct 03, 2024•53 min•Ep. 120
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods react to the Bruins' loss to LSU in Baton Rouge over the weekend. UCLA had a good showing in the second half but the Tigers proved to be too much in the second half. The guys talk about what they learned and some of the key takeaways from that game. Looking for a new hat? Check out Melin . Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proce...
Sep 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 119
USA Today reporter James H. Williams and former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods talk about where things stand with the Bruins after a 1-1 start to the 2024 season. The guys react to UCLA losing its Big Ten Conference debut against Indiana at the Rose Bowl and look ahead to the game against LSU. They also talk about the latest injury news involving defensive linemen Jay Toia, Keanu Williams and linebacker Ale Kaho. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts ...
Sep 20, 2024•52 min•Ep. 118
USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with ESPN's Marty Smith ahead of the upcoming game against UCLA and LSU this weekend. Smith shares some thoughts on both teams before talking about one of the most memorable stories of his career as a journalist. Learn more about GameChange here. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shi...
Sep 19, 2024•22 min•Ep. 117
USA Today reporter James H. Williams talks with Rhett Lewis, a reporter for the Big Ten Network and host of the Bleav in the Big Ten podcast, about his alma mater Indiana. Lewis, who played wide receiver at Indiana from 2001-2005, shares what he knows about quarterback Kurtis Rourke and the Hoosiers before they travel to the Rose Bowl to play UCLA this weekend. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceed...
Sep 12, 2024•35 min•Ep. 116
Join Rhett as he takes you through EVERY game involving a Big Ten team this first week of College Football. Looking forward to Minnesota vs UNC? UCLA vs Hawaii? Maybe Wisconsin vs Western Michigan University? Rhett takes us through how he believes every matchup will go this week. Lets get ready for College Football with the Bleav in Big Ten pod.
Aug 30, 2024•21 min
Reporter James H. Williams talks with former Ohio State football players Chimdi Chekwa and Bryant Browning from the Bleav in Buckeyes podcast about coach DeShaun Foster and the UCLA football program ahead of their first season in the Big Ten Conference. Williams also shares his thoughts on former UCLA coach Chip Kelly, who became the Ohio State offensive coordinator during the offseason. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network s...
Aug 28, 2024•30 min•Ep. 115
Reporter James H. Williams talks to the guys from BigSportsRadio about UCLA's transition to the Big Ten Conference, How DeShaun Foster is doing and what are the expectations for the season. You can find the Big Sports Radio by subscribing on BigSportsRadio.com and following the guys at @Big_SportsRadio, @MikeCagley, @Sturdy32 and @LarrySmithTV on Twitter. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/e-IDBmFmPgc?si=4oh0JQsP-OduVZJF Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have tw...
Aug 17, 2024•14 min•Ep. 114
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and reporter James H. Williams talk about the latest happenings around the football program, including the start of training camp. Woods and Williams talk about linebacker Ale Kaho, who is getting reps at quarterback and more. They also share some thoughts on the Olympics. Read this: UCLA in Paris : Meet the Bruins’ Olympians headed to the 2024 Summer Games Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Networ...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 113
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks about some of the latest happening around the UCLA football program. The Bruins begin training camp this week. Read this: UCLA in Paris : Meet the Bruins’ Olympians headed to the 2024 Summer Games Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No. 1 : The I Bleav in UCLA Football Shirt No. 2 : Bleav in UCLA football Int...
Jul 31, 2024•29 min•Ep. 112
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams catch up for the first time since Wood was injured during a game for the B.C. Lions. Josh shares how he is doing and what the road to recovery looks like for him. The guys also talk about Cal, Utah and UC Davis being added to the Bruins' future schedule in place of Georgia and Auburn. They also talk about the EA Sports College Football 25 video game, NCAA rule changes and more. Sign up for the free UCLA athle...
Jul 13, 2024•52 min•Ep. 111
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks about the latest topics involving the UCLA football program, including recruiting, NCAA rule changes and more. St. John Bosco's Epi Sitanilei announced his decision to commit to the Bruins over the weekend, increasing the current 2025 class size to 14 players. Williams also had a chance to speak with UCLA commit Madden Iamaleava after the quarterback spent a Sunday evening competing in a 7-on-7 tournament at the Wasserman Football Center in...
Jul 01, 2024•23 min•Ep. 110
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks about the latest topics involving the UCLA football program. DeShaun Foster and the Bruins are working toward a Top 25 recruiting class for 2025 with 10 recruits already committed, including Warren quarterback Madden Iamaleava. Williams also discusses why he's excited about the EA Sports College Football 2025 video game and recent NIL deals for current and future Bruins. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We...
Jun 08, 2024•26 min•Ep. 109
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks with former UCLA men's basketball coach and player Larry Farmer . Farmer joins the show to discuss the passing of UCLA legend Bill Walton. Farmer and Walton were teammates who won NCAA National Championships for John Wooden's basketball teams from 1971-73. Farmer is the author of the book titled " Role of a Lifetime: Larry Farmer and the UCLA Bruins " Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in ...
May 31, 2024•23 min•Ep. 108
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talks with (Rivals) Bruin Blitz's reporter Tracy McDannald about UCLA football's change in recruiting with DeShaun Foster as the program's new coach. They also talk about the impact new coaches like Eric Bieniemy and Juan Castillo have already had on recruits that have stopped by Westwood. Williams and McDannald also talk about 2025 quarterback Madden Iamaleava (Warren) and 2026 quarterback Jaden O'Neal (Narbonne). Sign up for the free UCLA athle...
May 22, 2024•37 min•Ep. 107
Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams talk about the 2024 Spring Showcase at the Rose Bowl. Woods and Williams were both on the field for the event and shared their perspectives and experiences. The guys also talk about the results of the NFL draft and where the Bruins ended up. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt ...
May 04, 2024•38 min•Ep. 106
Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams joins the "Bleav in Colts" podcast to talk with Lawrence Owen and Donald Thomas about UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu being drafted No. 15 to Indianapolis. Laiatu was the first defensive player taken in the 2024 draft after 14 straight offensive players were drafted ahead of him. Sign up for the free UCLA athletics newsletter New merch available: We have two shirts in the Bleav Network shop and part of the proceeds help support the podcast. Shirt No...
Apr 27, 2024•25 min•Ep. 105
