October 26, 2018 Pasadena CA, Utah Utes defensive back Javelin K. Guidry #28 and UCLA Bruins defensive back Elisha Guidry #30 meet up after the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Pac-12 Football Players of the Week – Week 9
OFFENSIVE: Jake Luton, Sr., QB, Oregon State (Marysville, Wash.) • Led Oregon State to a 28-point comeback win over Colorado, defeating the Buffaloes 41-34 in overtime as he completed 28 of 39 pass attempts for 310 yards and 3 TDs in the second half and overtime. • He did not see action in the first half and it was his first appearance in a game since Sept. 15 at Nevada. • The win tied for the biggest comeback in Oregon State history, and the third-biggest comeback in Pac-12 history. • Oregon State was a combined 9-for-15 on third down in the second half and overtime after going 2-for-9 on third down in the first half. • Luton now has two 300-yard passing games; the first came in his first career appearance at Oregon State, in the 2017 season opener at Colorado State.
Also Nominated: J.J. Taylor, RB, ARIZ; Eno Benjamin, RB, ASU; K.D. Nixon, WR, COLO; KJ Costello, QB, STAN; Jack Sears, QB, USC; Zack Moss, RB, UTAH; Gardner Minshew II, QB, WSU
Jake Luton QB Oregon State at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
DEFENSIVE: Evan Weaver, Jr., ILB, California (Spokane, Wash.) • Weaver keyed Cal’s 12-10 upset victory over No. 15 Washington by returning the first interception of his collegiate career 37 yards for a touchdown. The score was Cal’s only touchdown of the game as the Golden Bears won for the first time without scoring an offensive touchdown since Sept. 26, 1998. • He finished with a team-high 11 tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss (-2 yards), the interception and one pass breakup. He was instrumental in Cal’s defense limiting Washington to 242 yards of total offense (91 rush, 151 pass). Washington entered the game averaging 430.5 yards total offense per game. • Weaver currently ranks fifth nationally with an average of 6.5 solo tackles per game while he is 17th in total tackles (10.8 per game).
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 27: N’Keal Harry Jr awaiting a pass during a college football game between the Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
SPECIAL: N’Keal Harry, Jr., WR, Arizona State (Chandler, Ariz.) • Harry returned a punt 92 yards for a touchdown late in the third quarter of ASU’s 38-35 win at USC on Saturday, ending the Trojans’ 19-game home winning streak. • Harry’s touchdown ended a run of 21 straight points by the Trojans and put ASU back in front 31-28. • Harry’s return was the third-longest in Sun Devil history and the longest since Morris Owens’ school record 95-yard return in 1972. • Added four receptions for 95 yards and one touchdown.
Also Nominated: Josh Pollack, PK, ARIZ; Steven Coutts, P, CAL; Jet Toner, K, STAN; Tyler Vaughns, WR, USC; Matt Gay, PK, UTAH; Blake Mazza, K, WSU
October 27, 2018 Pasadena CA,
Navy vs Norte Dame game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Ca. on October 27, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Ian Book #12 passing during the Navy vs Norte Dame game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Ca. on October 27, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
SAN DIEGO, CA — No. 3 Notre Dame (8-0) takes down unranked Navy (2-6) in Saturday’s matchup led by their dominant three playmakers racking up a total of 584 yards on offense in a 44-22 victory.
Notre Dame’s dominant force from start to finish stemmed from quarterback Ian Book, who threw for 330 yards and two touchdowns, running back Dexter Williams, who ran for 142 yards and had three touchdowns and wide receiver Miles Boykin who finished with two touchdowns.
Boykin is also leading the team in receiving touchdowns with six on the season.
Although, No. 3 Notre Dame started the game off a little shaky due to a fumble by Miles Boykin on the opening play of the game it didn’t affect the teams chemistry moving forward.
“There’s no point in thinking about what happened when you have the whole game ahead of you,” said quarterback Ian Book when asked about the opening play from scrimmage.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Asmar Bilal #22 pressuring quarterback Garret Lewis #7 during the Navy vs Norte Dame game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Ca. on October 27, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
With their superior size and talent the Fighting Irish took a 27-0 lead just before halftime. While the defense kept Navy’s triple option in check, Book was able to stay comfortable in the pocket and was poised under pressure. His control during the game put the Midshipmen off-balance and left flustered as they tried to climb out of a deep hole. Book completed 27 of 33 passes, to 10 different receivers, and although he threw an interception it didn’t stop his momentum.
The Fighting Irish was just as effective on the ground running the ball as they were in the air throwing the ball.
Coming into this game Notre Dame was the only team in FBS football with three rushing touchdowns in excess of 90 yards since 2015.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Dexter Williams #2 getting around the corner during the Navy vs Norte Dame game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Ca. on October 27, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Senior running back Dexter Williams has had a huge impact on the team since returning from a four game suspension at the start of the season.
He currently leads the team in all rushing categories for the season even with missing the first four games. Tonight his three touchdowns definitely helped his team come out on top.
“I don’t really try to chase stats,” said Williams when asked about his mindset for the season after coming back. “I try to go out and win each and every game with my brothers.”
Williams also stated that it does not matter whether or not he has a ton of yards on 10 or a ton of carries with little to no yards he just wants to “lay it all on the line…and just keep on winning.”
Notre Dame is now 8-0 for the first time since 2012, when it remained undefeated until being routed by Alabama in the BCS national title game.
“Glad to get out of here with a victory, with a lot of good things to build off of going into the last month,” said Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly when giving his opening statement in the post game press conference on Saturday. “What we learned today is getting off to a great start is one thing, but if you don’t play with the same physicality for four quarters, you’re going to be in trouble. So we learned a lot from today.”
Navy Midshipmen quarterback Garret Lewis #7 pitching the ball during the Navy vs Norte Dame game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Ca. on October 27, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Starting off fast and physical was one important factor that helped Notre Dame win tonight’s battle and also helped their defense play the way they did to ensure the victory.
Notre Dame’s defense kept Navy to two of 12 on third down, getting off the field and putting the offense in good positions.
Both sides of the ball assisted each other to bring together all moving parts.
The Notre Dame defense had yielded a single touchdown from scrimmage during the second half in the past three games coming into this game, outscoring opponents a combined 58-17 over the final 30 minutes of games. Tonight they gave up two touchdowns in the second half.
Navy (2-6), which lost its fifth straight, finally broke through thanks to some big plays that led to Zach Abey scoring two 1-yard touchdowns in the third quarter. Book was intercepted early in the fourth quarter, setting up a 33-yard touchdown run by Mike Martin.
But again, it wasn’t enough to stop the momentum the Fighting Irish had gained throughout the course of the game.
“They are ranked No, 3 for a reason,” Navy Head coach Ken Niumatalolo said. “Just a really solid, focused group. We have played coach Kelly’s teams before and this is one of his better teams.”
The two teams have now met for the 92nd consecutive time as part of an annual series that has continued uninterrupted since the 1927 campaign. Notre Dame leads the all-time series, 77-13-1.
The game, which drew a crowd of 63,626 to SDCCU Stadium in San Diego was a sellout crowd and was promoted by the San Diego Bowl Game Association.
No. 3 Notre Dame remains undefeated and in the FBS playoff picture.
UP NEXT
Notre Dame visits Northwestern on Saturday.
Navy returns to American Athletic Conference play Saturday at Cincinnati.
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 27: ASU upending USC during a college football game between the Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 27: ASU Defense stopping the run during a college football game between the Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
USC scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to erase a 24-7 deficit but the comeback bid fell short after N’Keal Harry returned a punt 92 yards for the go-ahead score.
The Trojans had its 19-game home win streak snapped with a 38-35 loss to Arizona State Saturday afternoon at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
“Guys gave a great effort all the way a down to the end.” USC head coach Clay Helton said. “I was extremely proud of them. I told them there’d be better days ahead. I’m sad for the kids, to go out there and play that hard and not come away successful. I hurt for them.”
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 27: QB Jack Sears throwing a pass during a college football game between the Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
USC (4-4, 3-3) turned to redshirt freshman Jack Sears who made his first collegiate start after J.T. Daniels and Matt Fink suffered injuries against Utah last week.
“It’s been a while since I’ve been in a game setting,” Sears said “We did our best in fall camp and my entire time here. I gotta go out and play better in the first half. I felt comfortable in the second half and guys never stopped believing in me. It was fun to rally with them and keep competing and we fought to the very end.”
The San Clemente product completed 20-of-28 for 235 yards and two touchdowns. Sears hit Tyler Vaughns for a 52-yard touchdown with 35 seconds left in the game to make it a three-point game. USC failed to recover the onside kick and ran out of time.
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 27: Eno Benjamin slipping away during a college football game between the Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Michael Pittman Jr. caught his fifth touchdown pass this season on a 6-yard pass from Sears to close the second quarter and caught his team-best sixth touchdown pass on a 36-yard pass from Tyler Vaughns, off a lateral from Sears.
Not only did Vaughns throw a touchdown, he also caught a touchdown and returned a punt for a touchdown.
“We’ve been on the wrong side of a lot of these games,” ASU head coach Herm Edwards said. “It was fun to see them come in the locker room after beating a talented team. They had to beat a team that had won 19 in a row (at home). I told them at the end. They made it hard on me. I thought about maybe going back to television.”
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 27: Arizona State Sun Devils vs USC Trojans on October 27, 2018 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
USC will try to bounce from two straight losses when they head to Corvallis for a matchup against Oregon State on Saturday.
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
Tulsa, Okla. – With a 39 yard keeper, Tulane (3-5,2-2 ACC) quarterback Justin McMillan’s touchdown capped a 24-17 comeback victory that removed Tulsa from bowl eligibility.
Tulsa was unable to answer in next possession. The Green Wave sack of quarterback Seth Boomer set up a failed fourth-and-18 attempt, giving Tulane possession with only 1:23 remaining.
Coming off their first shutout in 9 years to Arkansas the previous week, the Golden Hurricane lead for the majority of the game. Leading early by 10-0, that lead was shorten to three by a one yard Darius Bradwell touchdown run to finish the first half.
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
Tulsa regained a 10 point lead with a 14 yard touchdown run by Keylon Stokes to make in 17-7.
With a series of costly penalties Tulsa started losing moment in the third quarter. Tulsa head coach Philip Montgomery saying, “Some of those things you got to be more disciplined about. Our penalties just came at bad times and you just can’t have that. We can’t hurt ourselves.”
With the help of an explosive 51 yard run by Corey Dauphine, Tulane tied it up with a McMillan touchdown and 20 yard field to make it 17 all early in the fourth.
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
Commenting on their second half troubles Montgomery said, “We gave up a couple of explosive plays today that we have not been giving up. Our guys are battling, they are fighting, we just have to get over the hump.”
Tulsa now falls to 1-7, 0-4 ACC and will be hosting UConn Huskies (1-7,1-3) this upcoming Saturday.
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
Moving forward, sophomore WR Keylon Stokes says, “We just keep in our minds that we have to go out there every day and give it our all and give it our best… we still have something to fight for and that’s to finish the season with a better record.”
University of Tulane vs Tulsa football game in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 27, 2018. (Photo by Shane Cossey / fi360 News)
University of Cincinnati vs SMU football game in Dallas, TX on October 27. (Photo by Ari Talton / fi360 News)
University of Cincinnati vs SMU football game in Dallas, TX on October 27. (Photo by Ari Talton / fi360 News)
Dallas, TX – SMU Mustang fans had every reason to believe that their team was in route to a victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats Saturday afternoon.
With a three point lead, the ball and only minutes remaining – the Mustangs didn’t convert third down. They had to punt the ball away to a Cincinnati team prepared to take advantage. They drove down the field with seconds to spare. Field goal kicker Cole Smith was tested three times on a 41-yard field goal, as SMU called two timeouts. He made the first two attempts and wouldn’t be denied on the third try.
“Cincinnati did a good job on that last drive,” SMU coach Sonny Dykes said. “The field goal kicker made that kick three times.”
University of Cincinnati vs SMU football game in Dallas, TX on October 27. (Photo by Ari Talton / fi360 News)
Smith’s kick tied the game at 20 all as the clock expired.
Cincinnati chose to begin overtime on defense. Their offense would not have to take the field again. With his team in position to score, SMU quarterback Ben Hicks was picked off by Cincinnati sophomore safety James Wiggins.
Wiggins jumped the route and would return the interception 86 yards for a touchdown, leaving both SMU’s sideline and the fans stunned. The final score read 26-20, giving Cincinnati a record of 7 – 1.
University of Cincinnati vs SMU football game in Dallas, TX on October 27. (Photo by Ari Talton / fi360 News)
“We just made a bad play in overtime,” said Dykes.
Hicks has thrown four interceptions all season – all four have been returned for touchdowns. While Saturday’s game came down to a final play, SMU had plenty of opportunities to create more separation. The three main backs – Braeden West, Ke’Mon Freeman and Xavier Jones – combined for only 36 yards on 18 carries.
The 3-5 Mustangs will host Houston at home next Saturday.
Oregon State vs Colorado football game at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
Beavers celebrate after the Oregon State vs Colorado football game at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
Boulder, CU – Oregon State scored 25 unanswered answered points behind quarterback Jake Luton coming off the bench to spark the Beavers. They trailed Colorado 31-3 in the third quarter before forcing overtime.
The Buffaloes had its Homecoming spoiled by Oregon State losing in overtime 41-34 Saturday at Folsom Field.
Luton came in off the bench to give Beavers a big spark finishing with 310 yards passing, 28/39 completions with 3 touchdowns.
“I just hoped I’d provide a spark for the team,” Luton said. “The guys never got down,”
Running Back Jermar Jefferson making a hard cut during the Oregon State vs Colorado football game at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
Both teams had a last attempt to end the game in regulation with a victory. The Beavers could have ended the game early if they made the last extra point. Then leaving 29 seconds on the clock, the Buffaloes set themselves up for 53-yard field goal that had no chance of going through the uprights as time expired.
“I guess you’d call this a gut-wrencher,” Colorado coach Mike MacIntyre said.
Colorado (5-3, 2-3) started off the game fast building a 24-3 lead at the half keeping the student section up on their feet. Steven Montez had a steady game completing 24/39 passes for 319 yards with 2 touchdowns.
Colorado Steven Montez breaking the pocket during the Oregon State vs Colorado football game at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
This now is Colorado third loss in a row after starting off the season 5-0 looking to have a winning season. Today’s performance was a classic case of taking your foot off gas.
“I think we might have (coasted) a little bit,” Buffs QB Steven Montez said.
Oregon State (2-6, 1-4) coach Jonathan Smith made a key decision when he swapped backup Jake Luton for starting quarterback Jack Costello. Everybody roots for the back up and Luton didn’t disappoint the fans or his teammates.
Quarterback Jake Luton during the Oregon State vs Colorado football game at Folsom Field, in Boulder, CU on Saturday October 27, 2018. (Photo by Laura Domingue / fi360 News)
Now Colorado will use these game as a teachable moment as the travel to face the Arizona Wildcats who will have Khalil Tate back at quarterback.
Oregon State will return home riding this wave to face a wounded USC team in Corvallis.
October 26, 2018 Pasadena CA,
Utah Utes defensive back Marquise Blair #13 zeroing in on wide receiver Dymond Lee #9 during the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Utah Utes running back Zack Moss #2 running hard to the end zone during the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
A good defensive stop by UCLA on Utah opening drive was all but erased after a muffed punt by Adarius Pickett.
The Bruins (2-6) were in for a long night as several missed opportunities cost them momentum all throughout the night; despite a goal-line stop after the muffed punt to force a field goal.
“I misjudged the ball, Pickett said. I shouldn’t have even gone for that. That was on me”
No. 23 Utah football (6-2) would go on to throttle the Bruins 41-10 on Friday night.
UCLA Bruins running back Joshua Kelley #27 being wrapped up by Utah during the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
“It’s a fundamental game, we have to catch a ball on offense and make a tackle on defense, UCLA head coach Chip Kelly said. “you’re not going to win a game tackling like that.”
The Utes running back Zack Moss had a field day gashing the Bruins defense to the tune of 211 yards and 3 TDs on 26 carries.
“They were well-schemed, it was my job all night to slide in and stop him,” Pickett said. “Lots of drop offs and missed tackles.”
UCLA Bruins quarterback Wilton Speight #3 on the run during the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
Despite the Bruins finding hints of success with Wilton Speight under center, they found themselves playing from behind all game, which forced him to run (eight rush, 30 yards) and throw more than normal (20-for-40 for 162 yards and 2 INTs).
After a touchdown run on their second drive, the Bruins were outscored 38-3 in the final three quarters of the game.
Caleb Wilson (5 rec, 62 yds) and Theo Howard (6 rec, 51 yds) had respectable nights on the receiving end; while Joshua Kelley (16 rushes, 90 yds and a TD) had another good night until it was hampered by the Bruins inability to get a stop.
Even the small bright spots were wiped away after penalties and mistakes in key moments gave up field position, including a false start which led to JJ Molson missing a field goal to end the first half.
“We didn’t play well tonight,” Pickett said.
The Bruins will head to Eugene, OR to take on No. 19 Oregon on Saturday, Nov. 3.
Guidry Brothers Utah Utes defensive back Javelin K. Guidry #28 and UCLA Bruins defensive back Elisha Guidry #30 meet up after the Utah Utes vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 26, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
“It was a short week, we only had one day in pads,” Kelly said. “Next week we’ll get the full two days in pads and get back to the fundamentals.”
OFFENSIVE: Tyler Huntley, Jr., QB, Utah (Dania, Fla.) • Huntley completed 22 of 29 pass attempts (.759) for a career-high-tying 341 yards and four touchdowns in Utah’s 41-28 win over USC. • Also rushed for 33 rushing yards and a touchdown in amassing 374 yards of total offense. • Huntley’s 46-yard touchdown pass to Britain Covey on third down and five in the first quarter sparked a run of 34 unanswered points by Utah. • Huntley’s scoring drives averaged 82 yards per drive. • He has thrown for 200-plus yards in back-to-back games with his 300-plus yards against USC the fourth 300-yard game of his career.
Also nominated: Patrick Laird, RB, CAL; Cameron Scarlett, RB, STAN; Joshua Kelley, RB, UCLA; Gardner Minshew II, WSU
Photo by Aaron Nelson / fi360 News
DEFENSIVE: Chase Hansen, Sr., LB, Utah (Highland, Utah) • Hansen led Utah with 11 tackles (3.0 TFL) and his second interception of the season in Utah’s 41-28 win over USC. • Hansen was integral in holding USC to just 3-of-14 on third down conversions, including 0-10 through the first three quarters. • His interception came in the first quarter on the USC 20, eventually setting up the field goal that closed USC’s lead to four (14-10). • 10 of his 11 tackles stopped USC from a first down. • With his 3.0 tackles for loss against USC, he has 14.0 on the season, ranking second in the Pac-12 and fourth in the nation.
Also nominated: Jordan Kunaszyk, LB, CAL; Kaulana Apelu, LB, ORE; Bobby Okereke, LB, STAN; Darnay Holmes, DB, UCLA; Ben Burr-Kirven, LB, WASH; Jalen Thompson, S, WSU.
Photo by Aaron Nelson / fi360 News
SPECIAL TEAMS: Matt Gay, Sr., PK, Utah (Orem, Utah) • Gay was 2-for-2 on field goals and 5-for-5 on PATs against USC. He had seven kickoffs for 459 yards (65.6 average) with five touchbacks. • His 33-yard field goal to open the second quarter cut USC’s lead to 14-10, then added a 30-yard field goal as time expired in the second quarter, giving Utah a 20-14 lead. • He leads the Pac-12 in scoring by a kicker per game (8.0) and field goals per game (1.43). • He is a perfect 6-for-6 in the 30-39-yard range this season.
Also nominated: Jake Bailey, P, STAN; Stefan Flintoft, P, UCLA.
October 20, 2018 Pasadena CA,
Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 20, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
October 20, 2018 Pasadena CA, Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 20, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
UCLA quarterback Wilton Speight came off the bench and threw for 204 yards with two touchdowns to help the Bruins to a 31-30 win over Arizona Saturday night at the Rose Bowl.
“The team, that locker room, is filled with winners, led by a coaching staff full of winners,” Speight said. “And we’re going to keep winning each day and winning each meeting and winning each practice, and stack little wins until the outcome is what we want every Saturday.”
After starting the season 0-5, UCLA has won two straight games and join the hunt in the Pac-12 South after Colorado and USC suffered losses on Saturday. UCLA is one of four teams with two losses.
October 20, 2018 Pasadena CA, Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 20, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
“Part of being a good football team is you have to finish and tonight, we were fortunate enough to finish,” UCLA head coach Chip Kelly said. “I think we overcame some of the things that we did to ourselves from a penalty standpoint but in the end, we had just enough to beat them so we’ll take it.”
Speight, who transferred from Michigan, entered the game in the second quarter after starter Dorian Thompson-Robinson was injured on a sack.
UCLA scored on its opening drive for the first time this season as Thompson-Robinson connected with Kazmeir Allen for a 16-yard touchdown. Thomas-Robinson led the Bruins to a 10-0 lead, throwing 103 yards and a touchdown.
Darnay Holmes forced a fumble at the UCLA 3 and recovered it in the end zone to preserve a 17-7 lead heading into halftime.
October 20, 2018 Pasadena CA, UCLA Bruins defensive back Darnay Holmes #1 punches the ball out during the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 20, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
“When you are in these one-score games we have to close them out,” Arizona head coach Kevin Sumlin said. “Tonight was a situation where UCLA did it.”
Arizona opened the third quarter with three straight scoring drives. Two field goals by Josh Pollack and an 11-yard touchdown catch by Shawn Poindexter gave the Wildcats a 20-17.
Speight hit Demetric Felton on a 25-yard touchdown to regain the lead, 24-20, with 3:08 left in the third quarter. Arizona came right back with a 1-yard touchdown run by J.J. Taylor at the beginning of the fourth quarter.
October 20, 2018 Pasadena CA, Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Ca. on October 20, 2018 (Photo by Jevone Moore)
October 20, 2018
Cal Bears vs Oregon State football game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News)
Corvallis, OR- California Golden Bears took out their frustrations on Oregon State Beavers only allowing on scoring drive for the game.
Cal senior running back Patrick Laird led a scoring barrage with three touchdowns defeating the Beavers 49-7 for their first road win in PAC-12 in three seasons.
“It was emotional,” Laird said. “I think that team meeting is going to be an important part of the season.”
October 20, 2018 Cal Bears vs Oregon State football game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News)
The Beavers had to rely on backup quarterback Jack Colletto after Conner Blount went down late in the first half.
There was no stopping the Cal who amassed 539 total yards offensively with a balance attack.
Chase Garbers returned back as the starting quarterback just in time to throw for 234 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions connecting on 17/26 attempts.
October 20, 2018 Cal Bears vs Oregon State football game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News)
“No (PAC-12) road wins in three years, that’s a long time,” Garbers said. “Checking off that box says a lot about this team.”
Garbers and Laired almost look like they were playing against air, as they dominated the Beavers.
“That was painful,” Oregon State coach Jonathan Smith said. “I don’t really know any other way to describe it.”
Artavis Pierce try to help his team get the running game established buy was only able to gain 44 yards on 13 attempts. While Laird on the ground rushed for 193 yards and two touchdowns on the ground.
October 20, 2018 Cal Bears vs Oregon State football game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News)
Cal team on both side of the ball just look fresher and faster all game long, sealing the deal with a pick six for 54 yards by Josh Drayden.
Cal defense also stepped up hold the PAC-12 No 1 rushing team to only 95 yards and one touchdown which was a quarterback sneak.
October 20, 2018 Cal Bears vs Oregon State football game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News)
“We knew there would be a challenge there,” Wilcox said. “I thought our guys really showed up and responded.”
The Beavers will travel to Folsom Field to face the Colorado Buffaloes who are looking to bounce back in the win column.
