Ty Dieffenbach leads UCLA to 17-7 victory over Wisconsin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 2:56 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
In Pasadena, CA, Ty Dieffenbach stepped in as UCLA's quarterback, leading the Bruins to a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin. This win improved UCLA’s record to 6-0, marking their best start since 2022. Dieffenbach, making his first FBS start, threw for 264 yards and one touchdown. Despite struggling in the rushing game, UCLA's defense contributed by holding Wisconsin under 20 points for the fourth time this season. This result continues UCLA's unexpected run as a College Football Playoff contender.
- •UCLA improves to 6-0 this season.
- •Ty Dieffenbach throws for 264 yards in his first start.
- •UCLA held Wisconsin to 120 rushing yards.
- •Bruins scored 10 points on their first two drives.
- •UCLA's defense has now held four opponents under 20 points.
- 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — UCLA’s fairy tale was supposed to end. Then Ty Dieffenbach happened
"Ty Dieffenbach stepped in for Nico Iamaleava and came up clutch for UCLA to keep the undefeated start rolling for the Bruins.
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