UCLA defeats San Diego State at the Rose Bowl

UCLA beat San Diego State 21-10 on September 12, 2026, at the Rose Bowl Stadium. The game remained scoreless through the first half as both teams struggled to establish momentum on offense. UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava threw an interception in the end zone during the second quarter, but the Bruins eventually shifted the game in their favor during the second half. Running back Wayne Knight scored two rushing touchdowns, and running back Jaivian Thomas added another score to help pull away late in the contest. San Diego State managed 10 points in the fourth quarter, but could not overcome the deficit built by the UCLA rushing attack. The victory marks a successful outing for head coach Bob Chesney in his first game at the Rose Bowl.

• 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — Wayne Knight leads second half surge over San Diego State