A year ago, the Hoos opened their season against then #7 UCLA in Charlottesville. The game was closer than most experts predicted, with the Hoos falling 28-20. UCLA's offense did nothing, as the Hoos actually outgained the Bruins. But UCLA scored 3 defensive TDs in the first half and a Matt Johns-led comeback fell short at the UCLA 17 yard line with just over 3 minutes remaining.
UCLA's offense would rank 22nd in the nation, averaging over 465 yards per game. The Hoos defense completely shut them down, to the tune of 358 yards.