Scooter Jackson was another Bruin that decided it was best to stay with UCLA. After initially hitting the transfer portal, Jackson announced on Wednesday he will return. Taking his name out of the portal and adding another veteran defensive back to Bob Chesney’s group. Jackson led the team with two interceptions last year. What is more impressive is that was half of the entire total of the team. The Bruins all season long had four interceptions. Jackson played a key role in the defensive backfield.
— Scooter Jackson (@scooterjacksonn) January 8, 2026
The Bruins struggled last season on both sides of the ball.