The ramp toward the climactic conclusion to Ohio State’s 2025 season continues with a matchup against a team that’s had one of the most tumultuous years in the Big Ten.
UCLA rides into town with a 3-6 record, though all three of those victories have come in conference play. The Bruins have been dangerous when underestimated, shocking then-No. 7 Penn State 42-37 to begin a three-game Big Ten winning streak after an 0-4 start. The Bruins followed their win over the Nittany Lions with a 38-13 road blowout of Michigan State and a 20-17 victory over Maryland.