LA Times · Oct 5, 2025
Previously winless UCLA pulls off a stunning, Jerry-rigged upset over No. 7 Penn State
UCLA assistant coach Jerry Neuheisel hugs quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) after he scored a touchdown and threw a two-point conversion pass against Penn State on Saturday at the Rose Bowl.Winless UCLA stunned No. 7 Penn State 42-37 at the Rose Bowl for their first victory of the season.
Jerry Neuheisel made his playcalling debut just four days after being elevated from tight ends coach.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava ran for three touchdowns and threw for two more as UCLA built a commanding 20-point halftime lead.
A team in need of a savior found one in the unlikeliest of places and most familiar of faces.