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Where Does UCLA Football Fit in the New Football Mecca, Los Angeles?

Related Topics: Los Angeles, Rose Bowl Game

Los Angeles, the new Mecca for football. Though the UCLA Football team (and that school from across town) have occupied the attention of LA gridiron fans for more than two decades, things are changing in a big way.

2016 saw the return of the NFL to Los Angeles as the Rams relocated from St. Louis, bringing a certain fervor and level of excitement back to the City of Angels.

Unfortunately, the Rams welcome was quickly worn out with a 4-12 record and the termination of Head Coach Jeff Fisher.

Last year also saw “the return” of USC Football after an incredible run which was topped off by a win over Penn State in a Rose Bowl Game for the ages (I wonder if the Trojans will also return to paying players?