In a highly anticipated matchup, UCLA will face off against No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pennsylvania this Saturday at 9 a.m. PT. The game will be televised on FOX (Ch. 11) and can be heard on AM 570. Penn State is heavily favored, with a line of 28½ points.
The Bruins are coming off three consecutive losses and are still searching for their first Big Ten Conference win. Meanwhile, Penn State has been on an upward trajectory, showcasing a potent offense led by quarterback Drew Allar who has been efficient both in the air and on the ground. The Nittany Lions are averaging 36 points per game and 251 rushing yards per game, ranked ninth in college football.
A key matchup to watch will be UCLA’s offensive line against Penn State’s defensive line, which averages seven tackles for loss per game. The Bruins will need to limit penalties and force Penn State to settle for field goals to have a chance at victory.
While the odds are stacked against UCLA, there is optimism within the team as they continue to learn and improve from each game. If redshirt sophomore Justyn Martin ends up starting at quarterback, he could provide a much-needed spark for the team. The Bruins will need to play a near-perfect game to pull off the upset.
Predictions point to a Penn State victory with a final score of 31-16, but UCLA remains determined to put up a fight and potentially turn their season around with a win against a top-ranked opponent.
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