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DeShaun Foster
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DeShaun Xavier Foster (born January 10, 1980) is an American college football coach and former player who most recently served as the head football coach of the UCLA Bruins from 2024 to 2025. He played professionally as a running back for six seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Foster played collegiately for UCLA, earning All-American honors in 2001. He is a member of the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame.
Key Information
Foster was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2002 NFL draft. He played five seasons for the Panthers and one for the San Francisco 49ers. He became a coach, serving as an assistant coach for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and UCLA. The Bruins promoted him to head coach in 2024, but he was fired shortly after the start of his second season in 2025.
Early life
[edit]Foster was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. Although he and his family moved to Tustin, California, when he was one year old, Foster continued to visit relatives in Charlotte regularly as a child.[1] He attended Tustin High School and lettered three times each in football and basketball, and four times in track. As a senior in 1997, he was named the USA Today California Player of the Year and finished the year rushing for 3,998 yards and scoring a state single-season record 59 touchdowns on a Tustin football team that finished runner-up in the state championship against a Santa Margarita Catholic High School team with quarterback Carson Palmer.[2][3] For his career, he rushed for a total of 5,885 yards.[2]
Playing career
[edit]College
[edit]Foster played football at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he set a team rushing record for true freshmen with 673 yards and 10 touchdowns on 126 carries in 11 games. The next year, he spent mostly on the bench with an ankle sprain, but still managed to record 375 yards and 6 scores on 111 carries. As a junior, he led the Bruins with 1,037 yards, while scoring 13 touchdowns. In his final year in 2001, Foster posted 1,109 yards with 12 touchdowns; he had six games of over 100 rushing yards. He set a school record with a 301-yard game against Washington, and tied a record with four touchdowns (both records since broken by Maurice Jones-Drew). He was named a second-team All-American by The Sporting News.[4] He ended his college career in the team top 10 in touchdowns, rushing yards, and points scored.
National Football League
[edit]| Height | Weight | 40-yard dash | 10-yard split | 20-yard split | 20-yard shuttle | Three-cone drill | Vertical jump | Broad jump | Bench press | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 0+5⁄8 in (1.84 m) |
222 lb (101 kg) |
4.59 s | 1.62 s | 2.69 s | 4.16 s | 6.82 s | 35.5 in (0.90 m) |
9 ft 11 in (3.02 m) |
20 reps | |||
| All values from NFL Combine[5] | ||||||||||||
Carolina Panthers
[edit]
Foster was chosen in the second round (34th overall) of the 2002 NFL draft.[6] He had a promising preseason, but was injured in a game against the New England Patriots, and sat out the remainder of the season on injured reserve. However, he returned the following season as a complement to Stephen Davis; whose bruising style matched well with Foster's speed. Foster finished the regular season with 113 carries for 429 yards. However, his best performances came in the 2003-04 playoffs. He had a memorable run in the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles, where he broke four tackles on a one-yard run to score, giving the Panthers a 14–3 lead. In Super Bowl XXXVIII against the Patriots, Foster scored on a 33-yard run that stands as the fifth-longest touchdown run in Super Bowl history. The following season looked promising for the Panthers, but many of the starters suffered season-ending injuries, and Foster was no exception. He broke his clavicle in a game against the Denver Broncos. He returned the following season (2005) and surpassed Davis as the Panthers' starter. He led the team in yardage and carries, helping the Panthers to an 11–5 record. In a 23–0 wild card victory over the New York Giants, Foster set franchise records for carries (27), yards (151) and average (5.59) in a playoff game, but suffered a broken ankle in a playoff game against the Chicago Bears that left him out for the remainder of the playoffs (though it preserved his franchise record 102.5 yards per game in a playoff season).
On, March 10, 2006, Foster agreed to a three-year, $14.5 million contract with a $4.5 million signing bonus with another $3 million in escalators and incentives. This was a $700,000 raise over the transition tag tender placed on Foster in February. He led the team in rushing attempts and yards the next two seasons, increasingly splitting time with DeAngelo Williams.
On February 21, 2008, he was released by the Panthers.[7]
San Francisco 49ers
[edit]
On February 29, 2008, the San Francisco 49ers signed Foster to a one-year contract worth around $1.8 million, to be a back-up behind starter Frank Gore.[8] He played in 16 games, amassing 234 rushing yards and 133 receiving yards.
NFL statistics
[edit]| Rushing | Receiving | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | League | GP | Att | Yds | TD | Rec | Yds | TD | ||
| 2003 | Carolina | NFL | 14 | 113 | 429 | 0 | 14 | 26 | 2 | ||
| 2004 | Carolina | NFL | 4 | 59 | 255 | 2 | 9 | 76 | 0 | ||
| 2005 | Carolina | NFL | 15 | 205 | 879 | 2 | 34 | 372 | 1 | ||
| 2006 | Carolina | NFL | 14 | 227 | 897 | 3 | 49 | 159 | 0 | ||
| 2007 | Carolina | NFL | 16 | 247 | 876 | 3 | 25 | 182 | 1 | ||
| 2008 | San Francisco | NFL | 16 | 76 | 234 | 1 | 16 | 133 | 1 | ||
| Regular season totals | 79 | 927 | 3,570 | 11 | 142 | 1,129 | 5 | ||||
Coaching career
[edit]UCLA
[edit]
In 2012, Foster joined UCLA as a volunteer assistant under head coach Jim L. Mora. In 2013, he became a graduate assistant at UCLA. In 2015, he became the program's director of player development and high school relations.
Texas Tech
[edit]In 2016, Foster was hired as the running backs coach for the Texas Tech Red Raiders under head coach Kliff Kingsbury.[9]
UCLA (second stint)
[edit]On January 21, 2017, Foster returned to UCLA as their running backs coach under head coach Jim L. Mora. In 2018, Foster was retained under head coach Chip Kelly.
On February 12, 2024, Foster was hired as UCLA's head coach,[10] signing a five-year contract for $3 million in the first year with annual increases of $100,000.[11] The Bruins were 5–7 in 2024, starting the season 1–5 before winning four of their last six games.[12][13]
On September 14, 2025, after an 0–3 start to his second season, Foster was fired by UCLA. He finished his head coaching tenure with a 5–10 record.[13]
Personal life
[edit]Foster and his wife, Charity, have one daughter together.
Head coaching record
[edit]| Year | Team | Overall | Conference | Standing | Bowl/playoffs | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCLA Bruins (Big Ten Conference) (2024–2025) | |||||||||
| 2024 | UCLA | 5–7 | 3–6 | T–12th | |||||
| 2025 | UCLA | 0–3[a] | 0–0 | ||||||
| UCLA: | 5–10 | 3–6 | |||||||
| Total: | 5–10 | ||||||||
- ^ UCLA fired Foster after three games.
References
[edit]- ^ Reiss, Karlie (January 29, 2004). "Foster talks on Super expectations". The Orange County Register. Retrieved February 12, 2024 – via Newslibrary.
- ^ a b "DeShaun Foster". UCLA. Archived from the original on October 16, 2002. Retrieved February 12, 2024.
- ^ Henderson, Martin (September 2, 2010). "Orange County: Tustin forever links 26 to DeShaun Foster". ESPN Los Angeles. Archived from the original on September 9, 2010. Retrieved February 12, 2024.
- ^ "The Sporting News Honors 14 C-USA Football Players". Conference USA. December 10, 2001. Retrieved December 23, 2023.
- ^ "DeShaun Foster College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved February 1, 2025.
- ^ "2002 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Clayton, John (February 21, 2008). "Panthers' overhaul begins with release of Foster". ESPN.com. Associated Press. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
- ^ "Roundup: Smiley signs 5-year deal with Dolphins". ESPN.com. February 28, 2008. Retrieved January 12, 2025.
- ^ Snyder, Rob (March 2, 2016). "Texas Tech Coach Kliff Kingsbury Hires DeShaun Foster as Running Backs Coach". News/Talk 95.1 & 790 KFYO. Retrieved January 12, 2025.
- ^ "Bruin Great DeShaun Foster Named UCLA Football Head Coach". UCLABruins.com. University of California, Los Angeles. February 12, 2024. Retrieved February 12, 2024.
- ^ Bolch, Ben (March 8, 2024). "New UCLA football coach DeShaun Foster's first contract is a bargain". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 25, 2024.
- ^ Bolch, Ben (September 14, 2025). "UCLA fires football coach DeShaun Foster after winless start to season". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved September 15, 2025.
- ^ a b Kosko, Nick (September 14, 2025). "DeShaun Foster fired as UCLA head coach". On3. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
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Early years
Early life
DeShaun Foster was born on January 10, 1980, in Charlotte, North Carolina.[4] His parents are Albert and Cheryl Foster, and he has one younger sister named Whitney.[3] When Foster was one year old, his family relocated across the country to Tustin, California, where he grew up in the Southern California suburbs.[12] Despite the early move, Foster maintained close ties to his North Carolina heritage, with both sets of his grandparents living in Charlotte.[13] These family connections helped foster a sense of connection to his birthplace and extended family.[13] In Tustin, Foster's childhood interests centered on sports, beginning with baseball where he played shortstop and center field.[13] Encouraged by friends, he soon transitioned to football through local youth leagues like Pop Warner, gaining his initial exposure to the sport alongside peers who would later join him in high school athletics.[13] This early involvement in Southern California's competitive youth football scene laid the groundwork for his future athletic development.[13]High school career
DeShaun Foster attended Tustin High School in Tustin, California, where he developed into a standout athlete after his family relocated from North Carolina.[3] As a running back for the Tillers, Foster amassed 6,296 career rushing yards and 90 touchdowns, setting a California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section record for single-season total touchdowns (59, including 55 rushing).[14][15] In his senior year of 1997, he rushed for 3,398 yards and 59 total touchdowns (55 rushing), establishing an Orange County single-season rushing record that still stands.[14] His junior season included 1,797 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns, along with 25 receptions for 725 yards and 8 scores.[3] Foster earned multiple accolades, including L.A. Times Orange County Back of the Year, first-team All-Orange County, first-team CIF Southern Section honors, and the Glenn Davis Award as Southern California's top prep football player.[3][15] Foster also lettered four years in track, showcasing his speed that complemented his football prowess.[3] He lettered three times in basketball as well. Highly regarded by college recruiters, Foster committed to UCLA on February 5, 1998, capping a strong local signing class for the Bruins that included other Orange County talents.[16]Playing career
College career
DeShaun Foster enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 1998 after being heavily recruited out of high school, choosing the Bruins over other programs including Texas.[16] As a true freshman, he did not redshirt and immediately saw significant playing time, bursting onto the scene with a school-record 673 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns in 11 games, earning first-team Freshman All-America honors from multiple outlets.[3] Over the next three seasons, Foster progressed to become UCLA's primary starting running back, leading the team in rushing attempts and yards each year while sharing carries with other backs early on before taking a more dominant role.[17] Foster concluded his UCLA playing career with 722 rushing attempts for 3,194 yards and 39 rushing touchdowns, ranking third in program history in rushing yards and second in rushing touchdowns at the time; he also added 57 receptions for 535 yards and four receiving touchdowns.[18][17] His efforts earned him first-team All-Pac-10 honors in both 2000 and 2001, and he was recognized as a consensus All-American in 2001 after leading the conference in rushing touchdowns (12).[19] Foster's 13 games with 100 or more rushing yards rank fifth in UCLA history, and his 722 career rushing attempts were a school record until surpassed years later.[19][18] Foster's freshman season in 1998 was highlighted by his breakout performance, including four touchdowns in a 34-17 win over USC and 38 rushing yards in the Rose Bowl loss to Wisconsin, helping UCLA to a 10-2 record.[3] Injuries limited him to 375 rushing yards and four touchdowns in 1999 amid a 4-7 team finish, but he rebounded strongly in 2000 with 1,037 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns despite a midseason broken hand, leading the Bruins to a 6-6 record and a Las Vegas Bowl appearance where he scored a touchdown in a 18-7 loss to Washington.[17][3] In 2000, Foster also faced a misdemeanor charge for marijuana possession after police found less than an ounce in his car; he pleaded guilty, paid a $250 fine, and issued a public apology, but head coach Bob Toledo declined to suspend him, citing Foster's claim that the marijuana belonged to a passenger, allowing him to maintain eligibility.[20] Foster's senior year in 2001 began explosively, with standout games including a school-record 301 rushing yards and four touchdowns in a 35-13 win over No. 10 Washington and 147 yards with three scores against Oregon, positioning him as a Heisman Trophy contender early in the season.[21] However, in November, the NCAA suspended him for the remainder of the regular season due to an unreported "extra benefit" violation involving his use of a luxury SUV owned by actor and UCLA booster Eric Laneuville without proper disclosure, leading UCLA to sit him for the final three games despite an appeal.[22] The suspension did not extend to postseason play, and Foster returned for the Sun Bowl, where he contributed to UCLA's 27-24 overtime win over New Mexico in a 7-6 campaign; he finished the year with 1,109 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.[17][23] Foster completed his undergraduate degree from UCLA in 2014 while serving as a coach for the program, majoring in sociology.[19][3]Carolina Panthers
Foster was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the second round (34th overall) of the 2002 NFL Draft out of UCLA.[4] As a rookie in 2002, Foster saw no game action after suffering a severe knee injury during the preseason that required microfracture surgery, placing him on injured reserve for the entire season.[24][25] He returned in 2003 as a backup to starter Stephen Davis, appearing in 14 games with 113 carries for 429 rushing yards and no rushing touchdowns, while adding 26 receptions for 207 yards and two receiving scores, including a notable 33-yard touchdown run in Super Bowl XXXVIII following the 2003 season.[4] By 2004, Foster had earned a starting role amid Davis's declining production, but injuries limited him to four games, including a broken collarbone that sidelined him for much of the year; he managed 59 carries for 255 yards and two touchdowns in that span.[4][26] Foster reached his peak performance during the 2005 season, starting 13 games and rushing for 879 yards on 205 carries with two touchdowns, while catching 34 passes for 372 yards and one score.[4] His contributions were pivotal in the Panthers' 11-5 regular season and playoff run, where he added 205 rushing yards on 43 carries across two games, highlighted by a 151-yard effort on 27 carries in the wild-card victory over the New York Giants.[27][28][29] In 2006, despite ongoing recovery from prior injuries including a broken ankle from the previous postseason, Foster started 13 games and rushed for 897 yards on 227 carries with three touchdowns, though knee issues hampered his efficiency.[4][30][25] Foster's final season with the Panthers in 2007 saw him start all 16 games, rushing for 876 yards on 247 carries with three touchdowns and adding 25 receptions for 182 yards.[4] Over his six seasons with Carolina (2002–2007), he accumulated 3,336 rushing yards on 851 carries with 10 rushing touchdowns, establishing himself as a reliable workhorse back despite persistent injury challenges.[4] The Panthers released him in February 2008 to free up $4.75 million in salary cap space as part of an offseason roster overhaul.[31]San Francisco 49ers
After being released by the Carolina Panthers in February 2008, DeShaun Foster signed a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers as an unrestricted free agent on March 2, 2008, bringing veteran depth from his prior experience in Carolina to serve as a backup to starting running back Frank Gore.[32][33][34] In his only season with the 49ers, Foster appeared in all 16 games, making two starts when Gore missed time due to injury, and contributed as a change-of-pace back with 76 rushing attempts for 234 yards and 1 rushing touchdown, averaging 3.1 yards per carry.[4] He also added value in the passing game with 16 receptions for 133 yards and 1 receiving touchdown.[4] His performance highlighted his utility in short-yardage situations and as a receiving option, though his role remained limited behind Gore.[35] Foster was not re-signed by the 49ers following the 2008 season, marking the end of his eight-year NFL playing career at age 28.[36][9]Professional statistics
DeShaun Foster's NFL career spanned from 2003 to 2008 across the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers. Over 79 games played, he amassed 3,570 rushing yards on 927 carries for 11 rushing touchdowns, averaging 3.9 yards per carry with a longest run of 71 yards; he also had 142 receptions for 1,129 receiving yards and 5 receiving touchdowns.[4] The following table provides a year-by-year breakdown of his rushing and receiving statistics:| Year | Team | GP | Att | Rush Yds | Rush TD | Y/A | Lng | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD | Y/R | Rec Lng |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CAR | 14 | 113 | 429 | 0 | 3.8 | 21 | 26 | 207 | 2 | 8.0 | 47 |
| 2004 | CAR | 4 | 59 | 255 | 2 | 4.3 | 71 | 9 | 76 | 0 | 8.4 | 42 |
| 2005 | CAR | 15 | 205 | 879 | 2 | 4.3 | 70 | 34 | 372 | 1 | 10.9 | 47 |
| 2006 | CAR | 14 | 227 | 897 | 3 | 4.0 | 43 | 32 | 159 | 0 | 5.0 | 14 |
| 2007 | CAR | 16 | 247 | 876 | 3 | 3.5 | 20 | 25 | 182 | 1 | 7.3 | 23 |
| 2008 | SFO | 16 | 76 | 234 | 1 | 3.1 | 18 | 16 | 133 | 1 | 8.3 | 31 |
| Career | - | 79 | 927 | 3,570 | 11 | 3.9 | 71 | 142 | 1,129 | 5 | 8.0 | 47 |
Coaching career
First stint at UCLA
Following his NFL career with the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers, DeShaun Foster transitioned into coaching by joining his alma mater, UCLA, in 2013 as a volunteer student assistant under head coach Jim Mora.[38][39] In 2014, Foster was promoted to graduate assistant, where he contributed to player development and supported the Bruins' offensive staff, including early involvement with running backs such as Paul Perkins, who led the Pac-12 in rushing yards per game that season with 121.2 yards.[38] The team achieved success during this period, qualifying for the Sun Bowl in 2013 (a 42-12 victory over Virginia Tech) and the Foster Farms Bowl in 2014 (a 37-29 loss to Nebraska), marking back-to-back postseason appearances under Mora. Foster's role advanced further in 2015 to director of player development and high school relations, focusing on mentoring athletes and recruiting efforts to bolster the program's talent pipeline.[38] He departed UCLA after the 2015 season to pursue additional coaching opportunities elsewhere.[40]Texas Tech
In 2016, DeShaun Foster was hired by Texas Tech head coach Kliff Kingsbury as the running backs coach on March 2, completing the staff for the Red Raiders.[41] His prior experience as a graduate assistant and director of player development at UCLA contributed to the opportunity in the Big 12 Conference.[42] Foster's responsibilities included coaching the running backs unit within Kingsbury's air-raid offense, which emphasized a pass-heavy scheme while integrating ground plays to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes.[43] He worked with a group featuring sophomore Da'Leon Ward, who led the team with 428 rushing yards and three touchdowns, and redshirt freshman Demarcus Felton, who posted 354 yards and three scores as an emerging contributor.[44] These efforts helped the running backs combine for 1,242 rushing yards on the season, providing balance despite the offense's aerial focus.[44] Under Foster's guidance, the Red Raiders finished the 2016 campaign with a 5–7 overall record and 3–6 mark in Big 12 play, missing a bowl berth.[44] After one season, Foster departed Texas Tech in January 2017 to return to UCLA in a similar role.[45]Second stint at UCLA as running backs coach
Foster rejoined the UCLA football staff in 2017 as running backs coach, initially under head coach Jim L. Mora before being retained by Chip Kelly in 2018, where he remained in the role through the 2023 season.[46][47] In 2023, he was promoted to associate head coach while continuing to oversee the running backs.[46] His prior experience at Texas Tech in 2016 further honed his understanding of spread offenses, which complemented Kelly's scheme.[48] During his tenure, Foster played a pivotal role in developing several standout running backs who achieved significant milestones and advanced to the NFL. Joshua Kelley, whom Foster mentored from a walk-on to a key contributor, posted back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons in 2018 (1,243 yards) and 2019 (1,060 yards), becoming the eighth Bruin to accomplish this feat before being selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.[46][49] Similarly, Zach Charbonnet, a highly touted recruit in Foster's position group, rushed for 1,137 yards in 2021 and led the Pac-12 with 1,359 yards in 2022, earning All-Pac-12 honors both years before being drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft.[48][50] Other players under Foster's guidance, such as Brittain Brown (drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022) and Demetric Felton Jr. (drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2021), also transitioned successfully to professional football, highlighting his emphasis on skill refinement and NFL preparation.[48] Foster's coaching contributed to marked improvements in UCLA's rushing offense, particularly in the later years of his stint. Under his oversight, the Bruins ranked 11th nationally in rushing yards per game in 2021 (220.1) and surged to sixth nationally in 2022 (237.2 yards per game), leading the Pac-12 conference that season.[51] These advancements were driven by a balanced attack featuring multiple backs, with Charbonnet's production anchoring the unit during its peak performance. In terms of recruiting, Foster helped secure talents like Charbonnet in the 2019 class and contributed to strong running back pipelines that supported consistent depth, including four-year contributors like Kazmeir Allen.[52] The Bruins qualified for bowl games in three seasons during Foster's time as running backs coach, reflecting the overall program stability he helped foster. UCLA appeared in the 2017 Cactus Bowl (a 35-17 loss to Kansas State), the 2022 Sun Bowl (a 37-35 loss to Pittsburgh), and the 2023 LA Bowl (a 35-22 win over Boise State).[53] His focus on player development and offensive execution was instrumental in elevating the rushing unit from mid-tier rankings earlier in the decade to a national contender by 2022.[54]Head coach at UCLA
On February 12, 2024, following Chip Kelly's resignation, UCLA promoted DeShaun Foster from running backs coach to head football coach on a five-year contract valued at $15 million, starting with a $3 million base salary that increased by $100,000 annually.[2][55][56] In his inaugural 2024 season, Foster led the Bruins to a 5–7 overall record and 3–6 in Big Ten play, their first year in the conference after departing the Pac-12. The team secured notable victories, including a 35–32 road win at Rutgers for their first Big Ten triumph, a 27–20 upset at Nebraska, and a 20–17 defensive stand against Iowa to cap a three-game winning streak. While the offense demonstrated late-season momentum under new coordinator Eric Bieniemy—averaging over 30 points in those final wins—the defense faltered, surrendering 310 points across the campaign and ranking near the bottom nationally in several key metrics.[57][58][59][60][61] Foster prioritized assembling a staff rich in NFL pedigree to foster a professional culture, hiring Bieniemy as offensive coordinator from the Washington Commanders and Ikaika Malloe as defensive coordinator from the Seattle Seahawks, among others with pro coaching backgrounds. His program vision centered on revitalizing UCLA as a Los Angeles recruiting powerhouse through aggressive use of the transfer portal, NIL collectives, and a "Coast-to-Coast" strategy to draw elite talent nationwide, aiming to restore the Bruins' status as a national contender.[62][63][64][65] The 2025 season unraveled quickly with an 0–3 start, as UCLA was outscored 108–43 in losses to Utah, UNLV, and New Mexico, exposing persistent defensive vulnerabilities and offensive inconsistencies. On September 14, 2025—two days after a humiliating 35–10 home defeat to New Mexico—athletic director Martin Jarmond fired Foster, citing the dismal early results, ineffective recruiting that left the roster thin despite heavy transfer portal investments, and a perceived lack of clear direction amid the Big Ten transition.[10][11][66][67]Head coaching record
DeShaun Foster served as head coach of the UCLA Bruins from 2024 to 2025, compiling an overall record of 5–10 (.333).[68][10]| Season | Team | Games | Wins | Losses | Ties | Pct. | Conference Games | Conference Wins | Conference Losses | Conference Ties | Conference Pct. | Bowl Game | Final Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | UCLA | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | .417 | 3–6 | 3 | 6 | 0 | .333 | None | None |
| 2025 | UCLA | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | .000 | 0–0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | None | None |
| Total | 15 | 5 | 10 | 0 | .333 | 3–6 | 3 | 6 | 0 | .333 | None |