# McCulloch’s Arrival Sparks UCLA Defense Hopes | UCLA Bruins Football News

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Podcast: [UCLA Bruins Football News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ucla-bruins-football-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7471874)
Published: 2026-07-16T12:09:17+00:00
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UCLA’s defense is getting a major upgrade with the arrival of Ryan McCulloch, a dynamic two-way standout who’s transferring from Cal after a promising junior season cut short by injury. Known for his explosive pass-rushing and relentless tackling, McCulloch brings elite versatility and high-level talent to Westwood, perfectly aligning with the Bruins’ aggressive defensive scheme. With multiple seasons of eligibility left, he’s poised to be a game-changing force as UCLA gears up for 2026. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bdbe107211ab7bd9

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