Instant Reactions to UCLA, USC leaving Pac-12 for Big Ten

Host James H. Williams is joined by reporter Sam Connon to break down the Bruins and Trojans' impending move to the Big Ten in this special crossover podcast.

Where to Listen

In this special crossover episode between “Bleav in UCLA” and “Bleav in UCLA Football,” hosts Sam Connon and James H. Williams share their thoughts on the monumental breaking news of UCLA and USC leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten. From financial implications to how the move could impact scheduling, rivalries and recruiting, there were seemingly countless dominoes knocked over Thursday.

James H. Williams is the co-host of “Bleav in UCLA Football” alongside former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods. Williams is the Assistant Sports Editor for Digital at the Southern California News Group and has covered the Bruins for the Orange County Register, Los Angeles Daily News and several other outlets.

“Bleav in UCLA” is the UCLA-focused podcast on the Bleav Podcast Network, hosted by former UCLA men’s basketball player Travis Reed and All Bruins Publisher and Managing Editor Sam Connon. Reed played for the Bruins from 1997 to 1999, while Connon has been covering teams on campus since 2017.

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James and Sam want to know your feedback and reactions to what you heard on the podcast. Feel free to share your thoughts with them on Twitter.

James H. Williams on Twitter – @JHWreporter

Sam Connon on Twitter – @SamConnon