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UCLA Bruins Prepare to Face Dominating Indiana Hoosiers in Big Ten Showdown

The UCLA Bruins will be facing off against the Indiana Hoosiers in their inaugural Big Ten season this weekend. The Bruins are coming off a narrow 16-13 victory over Hawai'i, thanks to Mateen Bhaghani's game-winning field goal. Despite the win, UCLA will need to improve as they face Indiana, who has dominated their first two opponents. Indiana's quarterback Kurtis Rourke has been efficient, while UCLA's Ethan Garbers struggled in Week 1. DeShaun Foster has taken over as head coach for the Bruins, inheriting a team that will need to improve on both offense and defense. Indiana is the betting favorite at -3 for this matchup, with a total of 45.5 points.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hoosiers -155 | Bruins +133
• Spread: Hoosiers -3 (-110) | Bruins +3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 46 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Indiana will win straight-up is 61%.

Indiana vs UCLA Stats

Indiana Hoosiers

This weekend, the 2-0 Indiana Hoosiers will face off against the UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in a crucial matchup. Indiana, under new head coach Curt Cignetti, has started the season dominantly with big wins over Florida International and Western Illinois. Their upcoming game against UCLA is expected to be a tough battle, as the Bruins, led by first-year head coach DeShaun Foster, are still finding their footing after a narrow victory over Hawai'i. A key matchup to watch will be Indiana's strong defensive line against UCLA's struggling offensive front, especially after the Bruins' lackluster performance in the run game in their last game. Indiana's defense has been impressive so far this season, holding opponents to minimal yardage. With solid playmakers like Mikail Kamara and Tyrique Tucker leading the way, Indiana will look to shut down UCLA's offense and secure their third consecutive win. In terms of power rankings, Indiana ranks 74 in offense, #34 in defense, and currently holds a 2-0 record for the season.

UCLA Bruins Analysis

UCLA secured a hard-fought 16-13 victory over Hawai'i in their season opener thanks to Mateen Bhaghani's game-winning 32-yard field goal. Coach DeShaun Foster acknowledged the team's slow start but praised their second-half comeback effort, led by an impressive 39-yard touchdown pass from Ethan Garbers to Rico Flores Jr. Despite Hawai'i's early dominance, UCLA's defense held strong and ultimately sealed the win. Currently, UCLA holds a power ranking of 55 and ranks #109 for offense, #52 for defense, and holds a 1-0 record. In their last three matchups against Indiana, UCLA has emerged victorious each time.

Kurtis Rourke Shines as Indiana Football Dominates Early Season Games

Indiana's quarterback, Kurtis Rourke, has displayed exceptional performance early in the season. Since transferring from Ohio, Rourke has seamlessly integrated into the Hoosiers' offensive system, boasting a 73% completion rate with 448 yards and 3 touchdowns in limited playing time across two games. Indiana's offense has been a dominant force, accumulating 108 points against their opponents, although they have faced weaker competition thus far. The well-rounded offensive strategy, combining Rourke's passing proficiency with a strong ground game led by Ellison, Lawton, and Green, has been a key element in their success. On the other hand, UCLA's offense has shown vulnerabilities, particularly in their weak rushing game. Facing Indiana's formidable defensive line that has allowed only 1.16 yards per carry, UCLA may struggle to find offensive rhythm in their upcoming matchup.

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