As I have stressed multiple times here, a pointspread does NOT indicate what the experts think will transpire on the field. Rather, all it means is that the Oddsmakers think that UCLA minus 7 will evenly split the incoming wagers, 50-50. So I don’t think the Oddsmakers are foolish and ignoring recent results on the field — I blame the wagering public.
I’m not saying the Bruins won’t win by 7 or more, what with Home Field Advantage and Josh Rosen probably returning to action healthy. But ON PAPER, Utah looks like the stronger, better team, and the odds should reflect that.