UCLA concluded its training camp today, with coach Rick Neuheisel opting to cancel the evening practice because of the hard work the team put in throughout training camp.
The offense struggled today in the morning practice, with quarterback Kevin Craft throwing a few interceptions. Among the defensive backs, Alterraun Verner had another strong showing, and he was the most consistent corner throughout training camp.
Running back Kahlil Bell, tight end Ryan Moya, left tackle Micah Kia and linebacker Kyle Bosworth did not practice because of various ailments.
Kia had his left hand in a cast, but said he planned on playing against Tennessee in the season opener.
Converted defensive tackle Jess Ward, now an offensive guard, was involved in contact drills today. It was his first practice with the offensive line, and he began by running with the second team.
Also, freshman offensive lineman Jeff Baca has a torn medial collateral ligament in his knee, but Neuheisel said it was not torn as much as feared and Baca should be back practicing in a few weeks.