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UCLA improves to 6-0, defeats Wisconsin 17-7 with backup QB

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 2:58 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

UCLA improves to 6-0, defeats Wisconsin 17-7 with backup QB

Summary

UCLA secured a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday night, advancing their record to 6-0, the best start since 2022. Backup quarterback Ty Dieffenbach made his first start, completing 22 of 33 passes for 264 yards. The Bruins led 10-0 at halftime, with touchdowns from Wayne Knight and Anthony Woods. Wisconsin fought back with a touchdown in the third quarter but could not secure the win due to penalties and crucial errors. UCLA's defense held strong to maintain the lead. Next week, UCLA will host Michigan State, while Wisconsin faces No. 19 USC.

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Status Watch

•UCLA is 4-0 in Big Ten play this season.
•Wisconsin committed 10 penalties for 102 yards during the game.
•Colton Joseph scored a touchdown for Wisconsin in the third quarter.
•UCLA will play Michigan State next Saturday.

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2:58 AMYahoo Sports — No. 12 UCLA stays unbeaten at 6-0, tops Wisconsin 17-7 with a backup QB

What they're saying

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(AP) — Backup quarterback Ty Dieffenbach was 22 of 33 for 264 yards in his first start as a Bruin, Wayne Knight and Anthony Woods each ran for touchdowns, and No. 12 UCLA beat Wisconsin 17-7 on Saturday night to improve to 6-0 for the first time since 2022.
— Yahoo Sportsby BETH HARRIS

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