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100 days to UCLA Football: 100 things to look for in 2017

By Mike Regalado

Sep 3, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Josh Rosen (3) adjust his helmet after being sacked against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second half at Kyle Field. Texas A&M won in overtime 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Josh Rosen (3) adjust his helmet after being sacked against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second half at Kyle Field. Texas A&M won in overtime 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 15, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Nate Starks (23) carries the ball as Washington State Cougars linebacker Peyton Pelluer (47) defends during the first half at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Nate Starks (23) carries the ball as Washington State Cougars linebacker Peyton Pelluer (47) defends during the first half at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /

66. Is Rosen still chosen?

After missing half the season due to a shoulder injury, Rosen is back and looked as good as he did his freshmen year during this last spring practice. Yes, he has talent, but is he still “The Chosen One” who will take UCLA to the promised land?

67. Who will step up at TE?

The Bruins have a lot of options at tight end and seeing how they will be used during spring practice, it is safe to say they will be in high demand. So who will be the most in effective? Austin Roberts, Caleb Wilson, Jordan Wilson or Jimmy Jaggers?

68. Nate Starks will not be forgotten

Nate Starks is a bowling ball of a running back that has given the Bruins several good runs in the past. Though he seems to have gotten lost in the shuffle of so many running backs, watch for him to make plenty of appearances and big plays in 2017.

69. Breakout players

UCLA has talent, but which players will be the ones to take the next step in their development and improve the production of their position group? My early bet is CB Nate Meadows, OL Andre James or WR Theo Howard, just to name a few.

70. Backup QBs up to speed?

Last session was a nightmare after Rosen went down as the Bruins had to rely on former walk-on Mike Fafaul. He gave a valiant effort, but it was not quite enough. This season, the Bruins up the talent level with two solid backups, Matt Lynch and Devon Modster.