UCLA coach DeShaun Foster confirmed that freshman defensive lineman Robert James III will miss the entire upcoming season with an undisclosed injury. The freshman was seen using a scooter to get around in camp.
"He's going to be out, he'll be out this year unfortunately," Foster said in Saturday's media availability at camp in Costa Mesa, CA.
James came in from the class of 2025 as a three-star and is a promising prospect for UCLA. His injury, though unfortunate, may not be too costly, as the Bruins' depth on the defensive line may have forced the freshman to redshirt this season anyways.
Greg Biggins, 247Sports national recruiting analyst, evaluated James as a prospect in 2024. Here's what he had to say:
"James is a prototype defensive tackle with a rock solid 6-3, 265 pound fram