"Sources shared that UCLA has provided terms to Chesney and his reps; multiple sources said that the Bruins are discussing a formal offer in the "$6 to $7 million a year" range."
"Chesney's original, five-year pact with JMU had a staggered buyout-clause if Chesney elected to depart for another program that was tiered based on the conference affiliation of his next job; departing for UCLA would leave the Bruins on the hook for approximately $1.25 million to buy out Chesney's contract, per a review of the terms. "
All small change compared to what UCLA is apparently willing to spend on a move to SoFi isn't it. I was told by people close to what is going on that UCLA had a max of $10m, yes $10 million a year they could offer a new coach for 5 years. Not sure I believe this, but again this Athletic Dept seems to like spending money they don't have, so there is that. I don't think this coach will turn around UCLA quickly. It's such a toxic environment, he will need a couple of years at the very least. probably 4 to 6 wins year 1, which would be a very good year and perhaps 7-9 wins year 2. If he could pull off these impressive numbers (impressive for UCLA football at least), then the football program will have a brighter future. But he should make sure that Jelly 2.0 has nothing to do with the football program at all. Just like the men's and women's basketball programs, lock him out of all of it. If UCLA wants to build winning programs this is a 100% requirement... NO JELLY 2.0.
We know the $10 million number is real because that's what the UC Board of Trustees approved back in October. I'm sure that group is happy that UCLA is coming under that number.
Penn St is on the verge of hiring Sitake who is a great coach but an awkward fit at PSU so they might come calling in a couple of years if Chesney does well for us.
Past performance is no guarantee of future performance How much did Chesney cost? Another Chip Kelly deal? Welcome to Westwood, Bob!
"Sources shared that UCLA has provided terms to Chesney and his reps; multiple sources said that the Bruins are discussing a formal offer in the "$6 to $7 million a year" range."
"Chesney's original, five-year pact with JMU had a staggered buyout-clause if Chesney elected to depart for another program that was tiered based on the conference affiliation of his next job; departing for UCLA would leave the Bruins on the hook for approximately $1.25 million to buy out Chesney's contract, per a review of the terms. "
https://www.footballscoop.com/2025/11/29/update-at-ucla-bruins-search-has-top-target-offer
All small change compared to what UCLA is apparently willing to spend on a move to SoFi isn't it. I was told by people close to what is going on that UCLA had a max of $10m, yes $10 million a year they could offer a new coach for 5 years. Not sure I believe this, but again this Athletic Dept seems to like spending money they don't have, so there is that. I don't think this coach will turn around UCLA quickly. It's such a toxic environment, he will need a couple of years at the very least. probably 4 to 6 wins year 1, which would be a very good year and perhaps 7-9 wins year 2. If he could pull off these impressive numbers (impressive for UCLA football at least), then the football program will have a brighter future. But he should make sure that Jelly 2.0 has nothing to do with the football program at all. Just like the men's and women's basketball programs, lock him out of all of it. If UCLA wants to build winning programs this is a 100% requirement... NO JELLY 2.0.
100%, Big888!
We know the $10 million number is real because that's what the UC Board of Trustees approved back in October. I'm sure that group is happy that UCLA is coming under that number.
He speaks like a coach to run through walls for.
Just glad it's a season and a process behind us. Best of luck to our new head coach and I'm on board with support!
But is UCLA a destination job for Chesney?
Penn St is on the verge of hiring Sitake who is a great coach but an awkward fit at PSU so they might come calling in a couple of years if Chesney does well for us.