- Both offenses may struggle in this game. UCLA continues their search for QB and any pulse in the passing attack with 3 of their 5 games being held under 200 yards through the air. Many questioned the Minnesota pass defense with who they played headed into last week but they performed well again en route to their upset win over USC. They continue to have the top-rank Pass Defense GmSc in the nation according to Finnelytics. UCLA also struggles on the ground, so a solid combination for another great night on D for the Gophers.

- UCLA can be pretty stout on defense against the run. Minnesota is normally known for trying to establish the run game, but they may find a better matchup through the air this weekend.