Cowboys Stadium to play host to first championship game in new format

The first title game in the College Football Playoff will be held on Jan. 12, 2015. The Rose Bowl will get four semifinal games in a 12-year cycle, but is unlikely to get a championship game.

UCLA football program gets a new 'assistant'

Practice management system, called CoachComm Tempo, can run the clock and scoreboard, simulate crowd noise and can be used to amplify the instructions of coaches.

Johnathan Franklin, once seventh at UCLA, knocks on NFL heaven's door

Running back Johnathan Franklin, No. 7 on depth chart as a UCLA freshman, will fulfill a lifelong dream when he's drafted by the NFL. He could go in second round.

New college football playoff system gets a less-than-original name

Conference commissioners meeting in Pasadena announce name of what will replace the BCS: College Football Playoff.

UCLA's Anthony Jefferson, Brandon Sermons impressive in practice

The defensive backs, who had seen limited playing time in past seasons after suffering injuries, are getting an opportunity this spring to show the Bruins coaching staff what they can do.

BCS leaders hone new college football playoff format

Bowl Championship Series commissioners are addressing plans for four-team playoff. Current cycle ends after BCS title game at Rose Bowl in January.

Injuries putting a crimp in UCLA football's practice style

Sessions have been scaled back to allow for sidelined players. 'It's hard because you've got to get the work in,' Coach Jim Mora says.

UCLA redeploys Taylor Lagace and Nate Iese

Lagace has been shifted from safety to linebacker — a role that is changing in the Pac-12 Conference — and Iese from linebacker to defensive end.

Jim and Shannon Mora make a difference in children's lives

UCLA football coach and his wife are launching a foundation in Los Angeles, just as they have done in other cities.

Oregon proposes probation over violations in football program

The university acknowledges NCAA violations and proposes two years of probation and the loss of a scholarship in each of the next three years.

USC finishes spring ball with a non-tackling scrimmage

With 20 players sidelined because of injuries, Trojans Coach Lane Kiffin decides to cut out tacking for Coliseum event. All three quarterbacks have productive days against struggling secondary.

Running back Rushel Shell looks over UCLA during spring practice

The player is leaving Pittsburgh and considering the school. Meanwhile, the Bruins are considering running back candidates to replace Johnathan Franklin.

USC quarterbacks ready to put best foot forward Saturday

The last spring scrimmage at the Coliseum gives each of them — Max Wittek, Cody Kessler and Max Browne — a chance to make the case to be selected as starter next season.

USC's Lane Kiffin is in a hurry to move on from last season

The Trojans' coach has made several changes in the program since the disastrous 7-6 season. He has tried to involve himself with more players on the team and even has delegated some offensive duties, at least for now.

Better for them to receive, but ...

USC's top wideouts Marqise Lee and Nelson Agholor also might be the Trojans' best cornerbacks, but Coach Lane Kiffin says it's unlikely they'll play defense.

For UCLA's Dietrich Riley, Operation Comeback is in progress

The Bruins defensive back is getting back on track since neck surgery that he underwent after consulting with NFL star Peyton Manning.

Hybrid position looks like right combo for Devon Kennard

Devon Kennard, who played three positions in his first three seasons before redshirting last year, appears to have found a home as a combination end-linebacker.

Malcolm Jones returns to Bruins with a new approach to the game

After walking away last fall seeking a new school and more playing time, he realized UCLA was the place for him after all. Now he's back and ready to work hard.

USC's Justin Davis is making a case to start at tailback

The freshman rushes for 116 yards and a touchdown in 17 carries in a situational scrimmage Saturday. Davis could earn the opportunity to start in the Trojans' Aug. 29 opener at Hawaii.

UCLA football: Lucien covers the talking, while Adams just covers

Another knee injury for USC: Su'a Cravens has torn meniscus

Freshman safety will have surgery Friday but is expected to return for summer workouts. Silas Redd had similar surgery and George Farmer will sit out the season because of torn ligaments.

With its starting quarterback set, UCLA looks at the backup spot

T.J. Millweard and Jerry Neuheisel are competing to be the No. 2 quarterback behind Brett Hundley. Asiantii Woulard, arriving this summer, also is a contender.

Another injury for USC receiver George Farmer?

During a drill, Farmer catches a pass, falls and grabs his knee. He is set to have an MRI on Wednesday. The player has been shooting for the No. 3 spot in the rotation.