Penn State and UCLA Clash in Key College Football Showdown
A pivotal Big Ten matchup sees the Nittany Lions face off against the struggling Bruins as the season progresses.
Penn State vs. UCLA Prediction, Odds, Spread, Time
A crucial Big Ten matchup unfolds as the seventh-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions (3-1) take on the UCLA Bruins (0-4) this Saturday. Last weekend, Penn State faced a heart-wrenching defeat against Oregon, losing 30-24 in a double-overtime thriller. Meanwhile, UCLA is still searching for its first victory of the season under interim head coach Tim Skipper. On September 27, they fell 17-14 against Northwestern, although they managed to cover the spread in that game.
Kickoff from the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET. The Nittany Lions enter the game as hefty 24.5-point favorites with an over/under of 48.5 total points. Before making your picks, be sure to check out what the SportsLine projection model has to say. Catch the game live on CBS or Paramount+, where new users can receive a free one-week trial.
Betting Odds for the Squared Off:
- Spread: Penn State -24.5 at DraftKings
- Over/Under: 48.5 points
- Moneyline: Nittany Lions -2400, Bruins +1200
Why Penn State Can Cover
Quarterback Drew Allar has been impressive with 62% completion, accumulating 763 yards and 6 touchdowns. In last year’s game against UCLA, he was 17-of-24 for 237 yards and a touchdown. Kaytron Allen leads the team in rushing with 327 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Nicholas Singleton contributes significantly with 200 rushing yards and a team-high 5 rushing touchdowns. Find out how to back them on SportsLine.
Why UCLA Can Cover
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava stands as a dual-threat, with 788 passing yards and 4 touchdown passes, while also leading the Bruins in rushing with 204 yards and a rushing touchdown. Kwazi Gilmer is an essential asset with 19 catches and 225 yards this season, achieving over 50 receiving yards in three consecutive games.
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