No. 21 UCLA Edges No. 13 Oregon in Close Contest
No. 21 UCLA defeated No. 13 Oregon 17-15 in Eugene, Oregon, to remain undefeated, overcoming an injury to their starting quarterback with Wayne Knight scoring two touchdowns.
Rochester, NY, October 10, 2026 — No. 21 UCLA has maintained its undefeated status after securing a narrow 17-15 victory over No. 13 Oregon on Saturday. The Bruins managed to overcome the challenge on the road in Eugene, Oregon, despite facing adversity during the game.
The contest saw a notable performance from Wayne Knight, who was instrumental in UCLA’s offense. Knight scored two touchdowns, contributing significantly to the team’s final score of 17 points. These scores proved crucial in clinching the win against a ranked opponent.
A key challenge for UCLA during the game was the injury sustained by their starting quarterback. The team had to adapt their strategy and rely on other players to maintain momentum and secure the victory. The details regarding the extent or specific timing of the quarterback’s injury were not provided.
The defensive effort from both teams was evident, with Oregon holding UCLA to 17 points and UCLA limiting Oregon to 15 points. This low-scoring outcome reflects a hard-fought defensive battle between the two Pac-12 conference rivals.
With this win, No. 21 UCLA remains undefeated on the season, continuing their strong performance. The team’s ability to win despite the loss of their primary signal-caller highlights their depth and resilience. No. 13 Oregon, conversely, will look to regroup following the home loss.
Story summarized from the original created by ANNE M. PETERSON, Associated Press on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.
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