UCLA Bruins
· 2026-06-28
The UCLA Bruins have added depth to their defensive line with the signing of Darold DeNgohe, a defensive tackle who previously played for Rutgers and James Madison.
DeNgohe was an unranked player in the 2023 high school class but had a notable senior year at LaSalle College High School in Glenside, Pennsylvania, with 52 total tackles and 8 sacks.
He was recruited by several mid-major programs, including Temple, Villanova, and Rhode Island, before committing to James Madison.
At James Madison, DeNgohe played under coach Curt Cignetti and later Bob Chesney, who is now the head coach of the UCLA Bruins.
In his true freshman season, DeNgohe appeared in only two games, but he had a better second year with 28 total tackles and 6 tackles for loss.
After a season-ending injury at Rutgers, DeNgohe entered the transfer portal and followed Bob Chesney to UCLA, where he will play in the Big Ten conference.
The Bruins finished last season with a 3-9 record, struggling to rush the passer and stop the run, but DeNgohe's addition is expected to improve their defensive line.
The UCLA Bruins will face the California Golden Bears on 2026-09-06 in their next game.
DeNgohe's experience playing under Bob Chesney at James Madison will likely help him adapt to the Bruins' system quickly.
The Bruins' recruiting class, ranked 11th in the transfer portal, has brought in several talented players, including DeNgohe, to strengthen their roster.