A lot has gone on over the last couple of weeks in Westwood for the UCLA Bruins football program.
From Chip Kelly’s departure to DeShaun Foster’s return, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding the team. But not to get lost in the shuffle is UCLA’s most important need: players. After Foster was hired, it was up in the air regarding the current recruit commitments and whether or not they would stay.
Jensen Somerville, a 6′ 7″ left tackle out of Lehi, Utah, has committed to play for the Bruins. The massive left tackle was a three-star recruit coming out of high school whose tape shows him dominating opposing ends and finishing every single play. With an ability to contribute in the run game and protect the quarterback’s blindside, if developed, Somerville could be a three-star steal.
But, Somerville made his feelings known on X with a social media post:
Through thick and thin. Still a Bruin.
🟨 🟦 🟨 🟦#4sup #GoBruins @UCLAFootball— Jensen Somerville (@Jensen_Some) February 10, 2024
In the Bruins’ social media post announcing his commitment, Somerville stated that he is excited to “bring my talents to LA and be a part of the great academic and athletic tradition of UCLA.”
With former running backs coach DeShaun Foster now the new head coach, an emphasis could continue to be placed on the running game in Westwood. If so, Somerville could be a big part of that for year’s to come.