UCLA Football News: CFB Expert Ranks Bruins Moderately in Pac-12, Expresses Concern at QB Position

A new QB comes with some concerns for many surrounding the Bruins

The UCLA Bruins have had a relatively quiet offseason. While they made some decent moves in the transfer portal and recruited well for the classes of 2023 and 2024, they seem to be going through the motions as they prepare for their final season in the Pac-12. They have a point to prove and aim to silence the doubters and naysayers, including college football expert Phil Steele, who ranked them in the middle of the pack at number 6 in the Pac-12.

Beyond the quintet of double-digit win-getters from last season, the Bruins slid in at sixth place in the conference despite a very strong season for the program. Chip Kelly is quietly stabilizing in his second Pac-12 stint but faces an uphill battle at cracking the top of the rankings in a really tough league this year.There is likely to be a lot on the shoulders of true freshman quarterback

Dante Moore

, the No. 3 overall player and No. 2 QB in the 2023

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. Wisely, Phil Steele is approaching the Bruins with some caution given such a stark change in experience under center.

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Steele's concern lies primarily with the quarterback position. Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who had been a steady presence under center for UCLA, will no longer be leading the charge. As the 2023 season approaches, a new quarterback will step up to take the reins, creating an exciting yet challenging time for the Bruins. All eyes will be on the competition for the number one spot, with great anticipation to see which quarterback will rise to the occasion.

It will be an adjustment period for UCLA, but it's also a time filled with anticipation and possibilities. The Bruins have the opportunity to prove their mettle and exceed expectations. As they gear up for their final season in the Pac-12, the Bruins are determined to leave a lasting impression. Fans and followers can't wait to see which quarterback will step up and lead UCLA into the 2023 season. The spotlight will be on freshman Dante Moore for the number one spot, but nothing is set in stone.