UCLA Bruins vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2024 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

UCLA Bruins defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 35–32 in Week 8, 2024. Final score: UCLA Bruins 35, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 32.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UCLA Bruins	6	12	6	6	35
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	6	3	9	12	32

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ethan Garbers (UCLA) — 369.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.52 EPA/play +21.44 EPA
• Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 290.0 yds · +0.46 EPA/play +13.73 EPA

Rushing

• Kyle Monangai (Rutgers) — 106.0 yds · 3 TD +0.14 EPA
• Jalen Berger (UCLA) — 28.0 yds -0.08 EPA
• Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 30.0 yds · 1 TD +0.07 EPA

Receiving

• Moliki Matavao (UCLA) — 6 rec · 104.0 yds +1.58 EPA
• Keegan Jones (UCLA) — 5 rec · 114.0 yds +1.64 EPA
• Dymere Miller (Rutgers) — 5 rec · 70.0 yds +1.11 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ethan Garbers	UCLA	41	78.0%	369	4	+0.52	+21.44
Athan Kaliakmanis	Rutgers	30	60.0%	290	0	+0.46	+13.73

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UCLA	Rutgers
Plays	69	58
EPA / play	+0.349	+0.283
Total EPA	+24.07	+16.43
Success rate	55.1%	55.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.523	+0.458
Rush EPA / play	+0.094	+0.097
Yards	478	432

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UCLA	11	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Rutgers	8	75	+6.44	Rush TD
Q1	UCLA	10	54	+1.49	Punt
Q2	Rutgers	8	47	+1.13	Punt
Q2	UCLA	10	96	+8.19	Rush TD
Q2	Rutgers	7	44	+0.32	Field goal
Q2	UCLA	7	75	+6.13	Pass TD
Q2	Rutgers	1	6	-0.61	Ended
Q3	Rutgers	5	75	+6.90	Rush TD
Q3	UCLA	3	-3	-3.60	Punt
Q3	Rutgers	10	46	-0.07	Field goal
Q3	UCLA	2	75	+5.75	Pass TD
Q3	Rutgers	3	5	-2.53	Punt
Q3	UCLA	10	55	+4.20	Pass TD
Q4	Rutgers	6	75	+6.69	Rush TD
Q4	UCLA	7	43	-0.41	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to Ian Strong for 42 yards (3rd & 13) (+5.56 EPA)
2. Q2 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers rushes 49 yards for a touchdown (+5.5 EPA)
3. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to KJ Duff for 59 yards (2nd & 10) (+5.17 EPA)
4. Q2 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass to T.J. Harden for a touchdown (22 yards) (+4.82 EPA)
5. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Ethan Garbers pass to Keegan Jones for a touchdown (67 yards) (+4.72 EPA)
6. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass intercepted (-4.72 EPA)
7. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to Chris Long for 18 yards (4th & 9) (+4.26 EPA)
8. Q4 · UCLA Bruins · Fumble (-3.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UCLA Bruins controlled the final (35–32) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Ethan Garbers (UCLA) — 369.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: UCLA at 0.349 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 UCLA Bruins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

UCLA Bruins 35, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 32 in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won UCLA Bruins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

UCLA Bruins won with a final score of 35–32.

Where can I find the UCLA Bruins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628524.

Who led UCLA Bruins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Ethan Garbers (UCLA) led passers with 369.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UCLA Bruins at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.