Week 2 Primer: UCLA's History vs. UNLV

UCLA and UNLV have only matched up two other times historically. The Bruins are 2-0 all time against the Rebels and last matched up in 2016 when they won 42-21 in Pasadena. Their first clash was a year prior in Las Vegas, where the Bruins won 37-3.

Both programs have endured a ton of change since their first two matchups a decade ago. DeShaun Foster's Bruins go into the game slightly favored over Mullen's Rebels.

The Last Matchup

Former Bruins quarterback Josh Rosen and running back Soso Jamabo starred in UCLA's 42-21 win over the Rebels in 2016.

Rosen threw for 267 yards and one touchdown, completing 23 of his 38 passing attempts all game. He also got into the end zone on the ground. Jamabo rushed for three touchdowns and 90 yards on 11 carries, good for an average of 8.2 yards per carry. UCLA's Randall Goforth came away with two interceptions on the night for 49 yards.

Despite what the score entails, it was a pretty competitive game. A three-touchdown second quarter for UCLA ultimately made the difference. Just as well as Rebels quarterback Johnny Stanton completing 39.2% (11-of-28) of his passes.

The Bruins came out the game with 499 total offensive yards on 79 plays. They passed for 280 yards and rushed for 219 yards on the road to victory.

Present-day UCLA will be relying heavily on star quarterback Nico Iamaleava to lead them to victory after a rough Bruins debut against Utah.