UCLA's third-string QB Dieffenbach leads unbeaten Bruins

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 06:31 · Archive

Ty Dieffenbach, who started the season as UCLA's third-string quarterback, led the 12th-ranked Bruins to a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin.

Ty Dieffenbach began the season as UCLA's third-string quarterback but has risen to lead the undefeated 12th-ranked Bruins. The 21-year-old took over in the second half of UCLA's victory at then-No. 13 Oregon after Nico Iamaleava injured his leg. He subsequently leapfrogged Maddon Iamaleava, Nico's younger brother, on the depth chart.

In his first full start on Saturday night, Dieffenbach completed 23 of 33 passes for 264 yards with one interception as UCLA defeated Wisconsin 17-7 at the Rose Bowl. Bruins coach Bob Chesney praised his performance, saying he stood in the pocket with confidence and made key third-down throws. 'He sees the game well, he throws a nice football, he's accurate, he's on time,' Chesney said.

The victory keeps UCLA undefeated at 6-0 with a 4-0 conference record, making them the only undefeated team remaining in the Big Ten and Southeastern conferences. They are expected to move into the top ten on Monday. The turnaround marks a stark contrast to last season, when UCLA won just three games and coach DeShaun Foster was fired after an 0-3 start.

How it is being reported

• Ty Dieffenbach’s stunning rise: UCLA’s former 3rd-string QB leads unbeaten BruinsTy Dieffenbach has gone from third-string to starting quarterback for undefeated UCLA, leading the 12th-ranked Bruins to a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin.News4Jax · 18 Oct, 06:19
• Ty Dieffenbach’s stunning rise: UCLA’s former 3rd-string QB leads unbeaten BruinsTy Dieffenbach has gone from third-string to starting quarterback for undefeated UCLA, leading the 12th-ranked Bruins to a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin.Clickorlando · 18 Oct, 06:19

In this story: Ty Dieffenbach · UCLA · Bob Chesney · Nico Iamaleava · Wisconsin · Rose Bowl

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