Author name: Eric Hayrapetian

Eric is a lifelong Angeleno and a sports journalist who graduated from the University of California, Berkeley. He joined The League Winners in January of 2025, and is the lead beat writer for the UCLA Bruins. Follow Eric on X (formerly known as Twitter) @EricHayrapetian.

UCLA Football: Nico Iamaleava looks to bring hype to Bruins

UCLA Bruins, Nico Iamaleava, The League Winners

Headlined by former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava, the UCLA Bruins arguably had one of the best transfer portals in college football. Consequently, recruiting outlet On3 recognized the Bruins as the 13th-best program in terms of growth via the portal. After a disappointing 5-7 record last season, Westwood was not posed as a likely destination for any […]

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UCLA Football: Jaivian Thomas Set To Revive Bruins Rushing Attack

Jaivian Thomas, UCLA Bruins, UCLA Football

After posting its worst rushing season since 2016, the UCLA Bruins introduced arguably a top-10 running back transfer to their roster.  The addition of former California running back Jaivian Thomas should provide a spark for UCLA, and create a more balanced offensive attack. With lead-rusher T.J. Harden transferring to the Lone Star State, Thomas is

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UCLA Bruins Send Five Players to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine

Carson Schwesinger, UCLA Bruins, The League Winners

Five UCLA Bruins have been invited to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, scheduled from Feb. 27 to March 2 in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium. UCLA Bruins Send Five to 2025 NFL Combine Los Angeles’ tight end Moliki Matavao, defensive lineman Jay Toia, edge defender Oluwafemi Oladejo, and linebackers Kain Medrano and Carson Schwesinger will

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UCLA Bruins Football: End of Year Offensive Grades for 2024

Ethan Garbers, UCLA Bruins, UCLA Football, The League Winners

The UCLA Bruins wrapped up their inaugural season in the Big Ten with a 5-7 record (3-6 vs. conference). The Bruins’ 2024 season was far from expected, as first-year head coach DeShaun Foster had aspirations of a bowl appearance — not a 12th-place finish in the conference. Though the former Pac-12 program faced many concerning

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