UCLA secures College Football Playoff position with win at Oregon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
UCLA delivered a pivotal 17-15 victory over Oregon at Autzen Stadium on October 10, strengthening their College Football Playoff aspirations. Under Bob Chesney's leadership, the Bruins capitalized on Oregon's six turnovers, limiting the Ducks to their lowest home score in the Dan Lanning era. Wayne Knight contributed significantly, scoring a touchdown and catching another from Ty Dieffenbach. Although UCLA faced difficulties, particularly with turnovers from quarterback Nico Iamaleava, their performance marked a significant turnaround as they look to continue their winning streak and compete for playoff contention.
- •UCLA secured a 17-15 victory over Oregon on October 10.
- •The Bruins took advantage of Oregon's six turnovers throughout the game.
- •Wayne Knight scored a touchdown and caught another from Ty Dieffenbach.
- •UCLA aims to maintain momentum for playoffs after this significant win.
- •Oregon failed to convert any third or fourth downs in the match.
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — UCLA has arrived. Bruins make College Football Playoff statement with win at Oregon
"Bob Chesney has completed turned around UCLA with a statement win at Oregon that turns Bruins into College Football Playoff hopefuls.
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