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UCLA secures win over Wisconsin; Steve Young shares support

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 8:03 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

UCLA secures win over Wisconsin; Steve Young shares support

Summary

UCLA won 17-7 against Wisconsin on October 18, 2026, maintaining its unbeaten record of 6-0 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play. Former NFL quarterback Steve Young revealed his long-standing admiration for UCLA prior to the game, citing childhood memories of the Rose Bowl that shaped his connection to the Bruins. Ty Dieffenbach, making his first start, threw for 264 yards. UCLA's defense limited Wisconsin to just 214 total yards, contributing significantly to the victory. The Bruins are set to face Michigan State next as they look to continue their perfect start to the season.

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•UCLA improves to 6-0 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play.
•Steve Young expressed his admiration for UCLA before the game.
•Quarterback Ty Dieffenbach completed 22 of 33 passes for 264 yards.
•UCLA defense held Wisconsin to 214 total yards.
•Next game for UCLA is against Michigan State.

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8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Young admits ‘secret love’ for UCLA before Wisconsin clash

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In a weekend full of unexpected results across college football , UCLA avoided becoming part of the list of teams caught up in the upset chaos. However, even before the Bruins secured their win over Wisconsin, former NFL quarterback Steve Young had already expressed his support for the program, revealing his long-standing “secret love” for UCLA. […] The post Steve Young admits ‘secret love’ for UCLA before Wisconsin clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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