Connor Moreno

Joined: May 28, 2025

Connor Moreno is an alumnus of Arizona State and New Mexico State. Before joining the On SI team, he covered the NBA's Phoenix Suns as a beat writer, and now he serves as our UCLA Bruins writer for SI.

Nov 15, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Anthony Frias II (22) runs the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes safety Leroy Roker (28) makes the tackle during the third quarter at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

UCLA Bruins head coach Tim Skipper watches during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 15, 2025.

Nov 8, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Carter Smith (5) rushes with the football between Washington Huskies linebacker Deven Bryant (17) and defensive lineman Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei (11) during the third quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) drops back to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Oct 12, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins tight end Jack Pedersen (28) catches a pass against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the first quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

While fans and media have their own opinions, the Bruins' moving home stadiums is different for the actual players.

Nov 15, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Luke Duncan (12) drops back to throw during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

The Bruins' backup quarterback started in relief of Nico Iamaleava against the nation's best team.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins assistant coach David Singleton reacts along with the bench during the first half against the Sacramento State Hornets at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Bruins' wins haven't been too convincing, but the numbers aren't lying.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Donovan Dent (2) is defended by Sacramento State Hornets guard Jahni Summers (4) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Bruins' star guard had to take the back seat as a part of Mick Cronin's statement move.

Nov 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Trent Perry (0) is defended by West Georgia Wolves guard Chas Lewless (2) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Bruins' reserve guard felt he let his team down in their lone loss this season.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Eric Dailey Jr. (3) stops a shot by Sacramento State Hornets guard Prophet Johnson (16) during the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The veteran forward led the Bruins as the only regular starter to begin the game against Sacramento State.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Sacramento State Hornets forward Shaqir O'Neal (8) defends UCLA Bruins forward Eric Dailey Jr. (3) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, we recap UCLA basketball's perplexing win over Sacramento State.

UCLA Bruins quarterback Luke Duncan (12) throws during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 15, 2025.

The Bruins are still awaiting injury updates on star quarterback Nico Iamaleava.

Oct 11, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Jalen Berger (0) rushes the ball against the Michigan State defense in the first quarter at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

The Bruins' offense has been drastically missing an impact on the ground during their three-game losing streak.

Nov 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies quarterback Demond Williams Jr. (2) hands the ball off to running back Adam Mohammed (24) during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

The Bruins play host to a Huskies team coming off a huge win over Purdue.

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins interim head coach Tim Skipper during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Bruins' interim hasn't coached many Rose Bowl games, but he's already made some long-lasting memories.

Nov 15, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back James Peoples (20) runs the ball as UCLA Bruins linebacker Isaiah Chisom (32) makes the tackle during the fourth quarter at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

The Bruins had a gauntlet of a schedule, clashing against Indiana and Ohio State in a three-game span.

Connor Moreno

Joined: May 28, 2025

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