UCLA moves to 2-0 after defensive win over San Diego State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

UCLA improved to 2-0 on the season with a 28-10 victory over San Diego State on Saturday. The Bruins relied on a defensive performance that kept the Aztecs scoreless through the first three quarters. While the UCLA offense struggled for efficiency early in the game, they eventually wore down the San Diego State defensive unit in the second half. San Diego State quarterback Jayden Denegal completed 6-of-17 passes for 45 yards, failing to connect on deep attempts. Linebackers Jalen Woods and Sammy Omosigho anchored the UCLA effort, combining for 14 tackles, a sack, and an interception. The Aztecs managed 144 rushing yards, but their only scoring came during the fourth quarter. Under new defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler, the Bruins have allowed a total of 17 points through their first two games.
- •UCLA secured a 28-10 win against San Diego State on Saturday.
- •The Bruins defense held the Aztecs scoreless through three quarters.
- •Jalen Woods recorded nine tackles, one sack, and one interception for UCLA.
- •San Diego State quarterback Jayden Denegal finished with 45 passing yards.
- •UCLA has forced four turnovers through the first two games of the season.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — UCLA's defensive dominance leads the way in Week 2 versus SDSU
"UCLA is now 2-0 after picking up a 28-10 win over San Diego State on Saturday. UCLA's defense impressed, allowing zero points through three quarters.
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