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Four-star safety Eli Johnson, the No. 110 overall prospect in the 2027 class, commits to Ohio State.
Saturday marks the 10th all-time meeting between Ohio State and UCLA. For the most part, the previous nine matchups have been highly contested:
- 1961: Ohio State 13, UCLA 3
- 1962: UCLA 9, Ohio State 7
- 1975: Ohio State 41, UCLA 20
- 1976 Rose Bowl: UCLA 23, Ohio State 10
- 1976: Ohio State 10, UCLA 10
- 1979: Ohio State 17, UCLA 13
- 1980: UCLA 17, Ohio State 0
- 1999: Ohio State 42, UCLA 20
- 2001: UCLA 13, Ohio State 6
Nevertheless, when the teams meet on 7:30 p.m., the final score shouldn't be close — especially with UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava set to miss the matchup due to a concussion he suffered in the Bruins' loss to Nebraska.
With or without Iamaleava, though, Ryan Day insists Ohio State's focus can't drift. It's about us, as the head coach reiterates week after week, as the Buckeyes prepare for a UCLA team that will empty the playbook in hopes of pulling off an upset.
“We have to expect the unexpected,” Day said on Thursday. “They had a coordinator change on defense after that (head coaching) change. He kind of came in and wasn't really part of the staff, and then took over and did his whole deal. So it's a little bit different. But I give them all credit. The kids are playing hard. And that's a tribute to the guys that are there, and not only just the culture of the program at UCLA, but how those coaches are doing to keep it all together.”
In the Ohio State vs. UCLA Live Hub, Eleven Warriors has you covered with live updates, key moments, and all the sights and sounds from before, during, and after the game in Columbus.
NOV. 15, 2025
Day, Siereveld and Bowen Speak at Skull Session
Austin Siereveld at Ohio States pregame Skull Session: Tonight, were gonna show UCLA what true Ohio State football is in the Shoe at night in November, with toughness and grit.
— Dan Hope (@Dan_Hope) November 15, 2025
Ryan Day focused his Skull Session speech on thanking the military, as its Military Appreciation
NOV. 14, 2025
Tate Out and Padilla Out; Smith and Donaldson Questionable
We break down the biggest questions, highlight the top players to watch and make some predictions for what will happen in Ohio State’s home night game vs. UCLA.
NOV. 15, 2025
Tate to Miss Second Straight Game
Ohio State will be without Carnell Tate against UCLA. @PeteThamel reports that Tate's situation remains "a short-term issue" and that "he's expected back soon." pic.twitter.com/X3RI6PRGtj
— Eleven Warriors (@11W) November 15, 2025
NOV. 15, 2025
Iamaleava Out with a Concussion
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava will not play against Ohio State due to a concussion, according to multiple reports.
NOV. 14, 2025
Last Call: UCLA
We break down the biggest questions, highlight the top players to watch and make some predictions for what will happen in Ohio State’s home night game vs. UCLA.
NOV. 14, 2025
Ohio State vs. UCLA Preview
Ohio State’s done an excellent job containing mobile quarterbacks this season, and should cruise against UCLA if it stops another in Nico Iamaleava.
NOV. 13, 2025
UCLA Game Trailer
Brian Hartline sets the tone for Ohio State's matchup with UCLA: “Being different. That's the chase. Being different in November. It's a choice, and I believe that.”
NOV. 13, 2025
UCLA Q&A with Ben Bolch
Ben Bolch, who covers UCLA for the L.A. Times, says Nico Iamaleava has been “everything expected and more” but the Bruins must commit more to NIL to contend in the Big Ten.
NOV. 12, 2025
UCLA Game Poster
Lights! Camera! Action! Get ready for the Buckeyes' battle against the Bruins with the UCLA Game Poster, featuring Director Brutus calling the shots in "Buckeyewood."
