UCLA redesigned its offense in part so that its ballcarriers could thrive even in obvious running situations.
At this rate, they might settle for selective success.
The Bruins gained a season-low 50 yards rushing against Brigham Young last week, making it a failed test run for their Pac-12 Conference opener against No. 7 Stanford on Saturday at the Rose Bowl.
The Cougars have a physical, attacking defense similar to that of the Cardinal, but aren’t as imposing in terms of size or power. Call them Stanford Lite.
UCLA’s performance left it wanting a do-over.