Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. UCLA Bruins: 2024 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated UCLA Bruins 21–17 in Week 7, 2024. Final score: Minnesota Golden Gophers 21, UCLA Bruins 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	0	12	6	21
UCLA Bruins	6	3	0	6	17

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Ethan Garbers (UCLA) — 276.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.71 EPA
• Max Brosmer (Minnesota) — 173.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.66 EPA

Rushing

• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 27.0 yds · 1 TD -0.18 EPA
• Jalen Berger (UCLA) — 20.0 yds -0.35 EPA
• T.J. Harden (UCLA) — 15.0 yds -0.35 EPA

Receiving

• Daniel Jackson (Minnesota) — 10 rec · 89.0 yds +0.42 EPA
• J.Michael Sturdivant (UCLA) — 7 rec · 107.0 yds +1.62 EPA
• Logan Loya (UCLA) — 4 rec · 45.0 yds +1.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ethan Garbers	UCLA	39	61.5%	276	1	+0.07	+2.71
Max Brosmer	Minnesota	40	65.0%	173	2	+0.04	+1.66

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Minnesota	UCLA
Plays	59	62
EPA / play	-0.005	-0.063
Total EPA	-0.28	-3.90
Success rate	42.4%	41.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.041	+0.069
Rush EPA / play	-0.102	-0.287
Yards	231	331

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Minnesota	3	-1	-3.40	Punt
Q1	UCLA	10	58	+3.92	Rush TD
Q1	Minnesota	8	36	-0.10	Punt
Q1	UCLA	10	68	-0.02	Interception
Q2	Minnesota	3	-3	-2.73	Punt
Q2	UCLA	3	0	-3.21	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	9	47	+0.03	Missed FG
Q2	UCLA	3	-2	-1.95	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	6	5	-1.11	Punt
Q2	UCLA	8	43	-4.38	Punt
Q3	Minnesota	5	31	+3.57	Pass TD
Q3	UCLA	2	6	-4.85	Interception
Q3	Minnesota	5	5	-0.10	Rush TD
Q3	UCLA	9	27	-1.15	Punt
Q3	Minnesota	6	27	-0.94	Punt
Q4	UCLA	9	89	+7.17	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass intercepted (-5.2 EPA)
2. Q4 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass to J.Michael Sturdivant for a touchdown (42 yards) (+3.94 EPA)
3. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Elijah Spencer for a touchdown (12 yards) (+3.7 EPA)
4. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Darius Taylor for a touchdown (4 yards) (+3.57 EPA)
5. Q2 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass intercepted (-3.44 EPA)
6. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers sacked for a loss of 5 yards (3rd & 2) (-3.09 EPA)
7. Q1 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass to Logan Loya for 14 yards (3rd & 7) (+2.92 EPA)
8. Q1 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass to J.Michael Sturdivant for 22 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.81 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (21–17) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Ethan Garbers (UCLA) — 276.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Minnesota at -0.005 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Minnesota Golden Gophers vs UCLA Bruins?

Minnesota Golden Gophers 21, UCLA Bruins 17 in Week 7 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Minnesota Golden Gophers vs UCLA Bruins?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 21–17.

Where can I find the Minnesota Golden Gophers vs UCLA Bruins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628514.

Who led Minnesota Golden Gophers vs UCLA Bruins in passing?

Ethan Garbers (UCLA) led passers with 276.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Minnesota Golden Gophers at UCLA Bruins in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.