Things continue to look up for the UCLA Football team in recruiting on the defensive side of the ball. Today, the Bruins got their 10th commitment from a defensive player, bringing their total to 17.
Elijah Gates (Buena Park HS/Buena Park, CA) is the latest recruit to commit to Jim Mora and his Bruins. According to Scout.com, the 5’11”, 170 lbs. Gates is the 5th highest rated CB in the West.
Gates is the fifth defensive back to give their pledge to the Bruins. UCLA currently has commitments from 5* CB Darnay Holmes, 4* CB Jaylan Shaw, 3* S Quentin Lake and 3* CB Morrell Osling.