Sunday, June 29

Five UCLA players drafted to NFL show success under Mora

The transformation of UCLA football under Jim Mora continued this week, as five Bruins – linebackers Anthony Barr and Jordan Zumwalt, offensive guard Xavier Su’a-Filo, defensive end Cassius Marsh and wide receiver Shaq Evans – had their names called in the NFL draft. Read more...

Photo: Linebacker Jordan Zumwalt was drafted in the sixth round by the Pittsburgh Steelers, becoming the fifth UCLA player taken and the ninth drafted in UCLA’s two years under coach Jim Mora. (Katie Meyers/Daily Bruin senior staff)




Pittsburgh Steelers select UCLA’s Zumwalt with 192nd pick

Drafted 192nd overall, UCLA linebacker Jordan Zumwalt is now a Pittsburgh Steeler. Zumwalt’s football identity features versatility and a penchant for splash plays. He started all 13 games in 2013, playing inside and outside, for the Bruins, forcing three fumbles and notching two interceptions while serving as one of UCLA’s leaders in reel-worthy tackles. Read more...

Photo: Linebacker Jordan Zumwalt waited longer than expected to be drafted but finally heard his name called on Saturday. (Katie Meyers/Daily Bruin senior staff)




Su’a-Filo selected by Houston Texans in second round of NFL draft

Xavier Su’a-Filo quickly found a home Friday, as the UCLA guard was selected by the Houston Texans with the first pick of the second round. Su’a-Filo was the highest drafted UCLA offensive lineman since Jonathan Ogden was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in 1996. Read more...

Photo: Offensive guard Xavier Su’a-Filo was the first name called Friday, selected by the Houston Texans. (Katie Meyers/Daily Bruin senior staff)



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