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UCLA’s Midseason Surge Refocuses Coaching Decisions as UC Regents Weigh Pay

The closed‑session review signals an active evaluation of compensation limits for a permanent hire.

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UCLA interim head coach Tim Skipper congratulates defensive lineman Jalen Hargrove during the third quarter of the Bruins’ upset of then-No. 7 Penn State on Oct. 4, 2025, at the Rose Bowl. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • After an 0-4 start, UCLA beat No. 7 Penn State on Oct. 4 and Michigan State on Oct. 11, posting 80 points across the two wins.
  • Interim coach Tim Skipper, promoted Sept. 14, emphasized cohesion and retained the roster through the 30-day post-firing transfer window.
  • Jerry Neuheisel’s elevation to play-caller sparked the offensive turnaround, while defensive lead Kevin Coyle tightened the unit’s approach and fundamentals.
  • The UC Board of Regents met Tuesday in San Francisco in a closed session to discuss what compensation will be available for UCLA’s next head coach.
  • Coverage notes reported financial ramifications from DeShaun Foster’s exit and early candidate chatter such as Washington’s Jedd Fisch, with no offers or decisions announced.