Listen "UCLA vs New Mexico Preview | Ben Bolch Talks Bruins’ Struggles & Must-Win Matchup"
Episode Synopsis
Host Sean Reider welcomes Los Angeles Times UCLA beat writer Ben Bolch to Reider’s Block for a deep dive into the Bruins’ rocky 0–2 start and their must-win matchup against New Mexico. From quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s highs and lows to offensive line woes, defensive struggles, and the pressure building on head coach DeShaun Foster, the conversation breaks down what’s gone wrong in Westwood and what’s at stake this Friday.For Lobo fans, it’s a chance to measure progress in a new era — after a strong showing against Michigan and a comeback win over Idaho State, New Mexico now gets a shot to test themselves against a Power 5 opponent. Can they hang around and shock the Bruins, or will UCLA steady the ship?Packed with insight, stats, and program context, this episode offers fans from both sides plenty to watch for heading into the Rose Bowl showdown.🔗 Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes!📰 Support local journalism at abqjournal.comIf you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#UCLAfootball #NewMexicoFootball #CollegeFootball #NCAAF #UCLAvsUNM #Bruins #Lobos #Pac12Football #MountainWest #ReidersBlock
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