UCLA Upsets No. 7 Penn State 42-37 Ending 34-Game Top-Ranked Streak

The UCLA Bruins pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the college football season by defeating No. 7 Penn State 42-37 at the Rose Bowl, marking UCLA's first win of the season. UCLA, under interim head coach Tim Skipper and new offensive play-caller Jerry Neuheisel, overcame a 24.5-point underdog status by dominating on offense, outgaining Penn State 446-357 yards and showcasing quarterback Nico Iamaleava's impressive dual-threat performance. Skipper earned the Week 6 Dodd Trophy Coach of the Week for his leadership in rallying the team after the dismissal of former head coach DeShaun Foster. Penn State, despite solid individual statistics from quarterback Drew Allar and running back Kaytron Allen, suffered their second consecutive loss, snapping a streak of 34 straight wins over unranked opponents. The victory was historic, being the first time since 1985 that a top-10 team lost to a team with a 0-4 or worse record, highlighting the Bruins' resilience and potential turnaround. This game has sparked discussion about Skipper's future role with UCLA as he demonstrated strong preparation and leadership in a difficult situation.