Who is Jerry Neuheisel?

Jerry Neuheisel is the new offensive coordinator for the UCLA Bruins, promoted from his previous role as tight ends coach and assistant head coach. He is the son of former UCLA head coach Rick Neuheisel.

How has the UCLA offense performed under Jerry Neuheisel?

The UCLA offense has seen a significant turnaround since Neuheisel took over as offensive coordinator. After averaging just 14.3 points per game in their first four losses, the Bruins scored 27 points in the first half of their Week 6 game against Penn State.

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Bruins Bounce Back: How UCLA Overcame Early Season Struggles

Q: What led to the coaching changes at UCLA?

After starting the season 0-4 and getting outscored 125-57, UCLA made major changes, firing head coach DeShaun Foster and both the offensive and defensive coordinators. Interim head coach Tim Skipper then promoted Jerry Neuheisel to offensive coordinator.

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Summary

UCLA fired head coach and coordinators after 0-4 start
Interim coach promoted Jerry Neuheisel to offensive coordinator
Neuheisel's offense scored 27 points in first half against Penn State

Bruins Bounce Back: How UCLA Overcame Early Season Struggles

As of October 5th, 2025, the UCLA Bruins have experienced a dramatic turnaround on offense under the leadership of new offensive coordinator Jerry Neuheisel. The Bruins had a tough start to the season, dropping their first four games and getting outscored 125-57. Following their third loss, UCLA made sweeping changes, firing head coach DeShaun Foster and both the offensive and defensive coordinators.

Interim head coach Tim Skipper promoted Neuheisel, a former Bruins quarterback, to offensive coordinator and gave him play-calling duties. Neuheisel, who spent most of his playing career on the scout team, has quickly made an impact. In Week 6 against Penn State, the UCLA offense came alive, storming into halftime with a 27-7 lead after scoring on all four of their first-half possessions. This was a stark contrast to their previous average of just 14.3 points per game, one of the lowest marks in the FBS.