UCLAs football recruiting efforts for the 2026 class suffered a blow as their top recruit, four-star defensive lineman Carter Gooden, switched his commitment from UCLA to Tennessee. Gooden, who had been loyal to the Bruins since July, was impressed by Tennessees game day atmosphere and their plan to use him as a field-side defensive end. This development comes just before the crucial Early National Signing Day, leaving UCLAs coaching staff to find a replacement for their top recruit.

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