UCLA Football News: Recruiting Analyst Belittles Chip Kelly's Recruiting Process

Chip will need to step up his recruiting game to compete for years to come

The UCLA Bruins, while highly regarded as an academic institution, have struggled to establish themselves as a dominant force in college football throughout their 95 seasons in the Pac-12. At best, they have been consistently above average or average, lacking the prowess and success of other powerhouse football programs. However, the Bruins are determined to reverse this trend, and the responsibility lies heavily on the shoulders of their head coach, Chip Kelly. As he enters his sixth season at UCLA, Kelly aims to make this his most successful one yet.

To achieve their goals, UCLA must address their Achilles' heel: recruiting. Kelly has never been renowned for his exceptional recruiting skills or for landing the best players in the country. This deficiency has plagued him throughout his coaching career, preventing UCLA from surmounting the obstacles that have hindered their ascent.

Rivals national recruiting analyst Adam Gorney spoke on Kelly's recruiting process and how it's been slowing down the potential growth of the team. 

“Chip is going to do what he’s going to do. That’s what it basically comes down to,” Gorney said. “When I go to games on Friday nights, I’ve seen Lincoln Riley three or four times. I’ve seen Donte Williams 10 times. I’ve never seen Chip Kelly at a game. If you want to run your program that way, that’s fine. (He’s) definitely smart. There’s no doubt about it. (He’s) a great offensive mind. But better players are going to better teams. That’s the only way I can really put it.”

(via The Atheltic)

 It becomes even more crucial as they prepare to compete in a more challenging conference in the coming seasons.

If UCLA truly wishes to rise above their current position, Kelly must prioritize and improve his recruiting efforts. He must be willing to get his hands dirty and vigorously pursue the top talents in the nation. Building a solid foundation of talented players is essential for any football program aspiring to achieve greatness.

The future of the UCLA Bruins football program hinges on the success of Chip Kelly's recruitment endeavors. While the university boasts a strong academic reputation, it's time for the football team to match that excellence on the field. 

With the right recruits and a renewed commitment to securing top-tier talent, UCLA can position itself as contenders in the upcoming seasons and challenge the established powers in the Pac-12. Kelly's sixth season may just be the turning point the Bruins need to finally overcome their historical struggles and make their mark in college football.