Significant band members will be missing. The lyrics are still being mastered. The date and location won't be printed on the back of any T-shirts.
"UCLA spring football showcase 2018, Drake Stadium" probably won't closely approximate what the Bruins unveil Sept. 1 in their season opener against Cincinnati at the Rose Bowl.
"It's a new UCLA, a new mind-set and we're coming," tailback Soo Jamabo said when asked about the impression the Bruins want to leave with fans Saturday during their annual spring showcase.
Tight end Caleb Wilson, linebacker Josh Woods, safety Adarius Pickett, receiver Kyle Philips and defensive backs Keyon Riley and Colin Samuel were among the players wearing yellow jerseys in practice Thursday, meaning they were either sidelined by injuries or being eased back in their recovery.