UCLA Football Revamps Coaching Staff, Hires New Assistants

The UCLA Bruins are making significant changes to their coaching staff for the 2025 season, following a disappointing 2024 campaign. Head coach DeShaun Foster announced the hiring of A.J. Steward as the new running backs coach, aiming to improve the team's performance after they had the worst rushing offense in the Big Ten. Additionally, former UCLA linebacker Tyree Thompson has joined the staff as a defensive assistant, bringing experience from his time at Arizona State and Hawaii. The Bruins also brought in Matthew Biondi as an offensive analyst, further indicating Foster's commitment to reshaping the offensive unit. These hires reflect a broader strategy to establish a more cohesive and effective team moving forward. With these changes, UCLA aims to create a more defined identity on both sides of the ball.