1) What are the chances that Howland shakes up his coaching staff next year? Realistically he’s not going to “cut” any players (see SC) and he’s pretty stubborn to change his whole coaching style. So I would assume that the first blow would be to his assistants, to bring in some new blood to tweak some things. Am I crazy to think this? – UCLA3
I wouldn’t be surprised.

2) Jon, do you think Randall Carroll can eventually be as good as Desean Jackson?.. they seem to be similar players in my mind – Anonymous
That’s a pretty lofty comparison. He’s fast, but I’m not sure if he’s as football fast – the ability to maintain speed while cutting a

3) One answer that gives a consolidated recruiting review would be great. Heimuli and Barr are my two biggest questions, but any light you can shine on all would be appreciated. – Eddieboomboom
Heimuli looks pretty good, but it’s certainly no guarantee. Barr is getting major heat from Notre Dame, and while I would still be surprised if he didn’t end up at UCLA, it’s less certain than a month ago.

4) Could Mike Leach keep Bruin football players from “going over the wall?” – Anonymous
I think Mike Leach would say…”There is no wall.” And then try to run right through it. He probably could.

5) Why was Morrell Pressley not a bigger impact this season? Was he just too far down in the depth chart or was there something else going on? – San Diego Therapist
For whatever reason, he just never appeared comfortable to me this season. He had some miscues in practice, and I don’t think the coaching staff felt he did enough with the plays he got. Plus, UCLA’s wide receivers were brilliant at times, and it’s hard to justify limiting them when their talent was so tantalizing and unpredictable.