UCLA Football Spring Game 2017: 5 things to watch for

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Sep 12, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; UCLA Bruins receiver Alex Van Dyke (83) runs with the ball as UNLV Rebels defensive back Tim Hough (13) pursues during the fourth quarter at Sam Boyd Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joshua Dahl-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Who will emerge as the third wideout?

With a healthy Josh Rosen back in the fold, the UCLA Bruins should be much better in the passing game next season. Luckily for Rosen, he will have his top two wideouts back in 2017, as Darren Andrews and Jordan Lasley will both return for the Bruins. The biggest question for the wide receiving corps will be who will step and be the third option at the position this season, as someone will need to fill the void left by Kenneth Walker.

The biggest name of the bunch is Eldridge Massington, who many like to be the No. 2 wideout alongside Andrews this season. However, Lasley had terrific production in 2016, and he did most of his damage with a lesser quarterback under center. Lasley will benefit from the talents of Rosen, and if Massington is as good as people think, the Bruins should be able to light it up through the air.

Alex Van Dyke is another wide receiver to keep an eye on during the Spring Showcase, as he is having a terrific camp as well. Theo Howard and Audie Omotosho also could emerge from the showcase in the mix for a starting spot at wide receiver, so there is plenty to watch when the Bruins take the field on Saturday. Rosen is going to get his yards next season, and the real question is which wideouts will be the beneficiaries of his talents.

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