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UCLA moves to lock up coach Bob Chesney with a big extension

UCLA hasn't disclosed contract terms or length for Chesney's extension, per reporting that offers only vague instructions to pay the coach immediately.

On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on Meet the Pressure
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  1. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorUCLA wants Bob Chesney locked up with a big contract extension, and the New York Post says there is no time to waste.

  2. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe Post's instructions are to text the contract lawyer, come up with the terms, and pay the man.

  3. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorFour steps! I've seen drive-through orders with more paperwork than that!

  4. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNotice what's missing. A number. A length. A single date.

  5. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThat's the beauty of it, Hank. Pure optimism. The terms are a surprise party.

  6. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA surprise party for the lawyer.

  7. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWho is also, I assume, very excited!

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The story so far

  1. UCLA Coach Hides No. 21 Ranking Ahead of Oregon Rematch · New York Post
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  5. UCLA Faces Biggest Game of the Century Against Georgia · New York Post
  6. UCLA holds on against Oregon for historic Chesney win · Yahoo Sports
  7. UCLA moves to lock up coach Bob Chesney with a big extension (this story)

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