UCLA Bruins Defeat Iowa Hawkeyes 20-17

The UCLA Bruins secured a hard-fought 20-17 victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes, marking their third consecutive win and improving their record to 4-5. Despite a shaky start, where quarterback Ethan Garbers threw two interceptions leading to Iowa's early 10-point lead, the Bruins rallied with a strong rushing performance, highlighted by T.J. Harden's 125 yards on 20 carries. UCLA's defense excelled, limiting Iowa's leading rusher, Kaleb Johnson, to just 49 yards, significantly below his season average. Garbers finished with 204 passing yards and two touchdowns, while also facing challenges with three turnovers. The Bruins overcame Iowa's late-game tie with a crucial 27-yard field goal from Mateen Bhaghani to secure the win. This victory not only boosts UCLA's morale but also showcases head coach DeShaun Foster's effective game strategy and the team's resilience.