Penn State Nittany Lions vs. UCLA Bruins: 2025 Week 6 Recap

Quick answer

UCLA Bruins defeated Penn State Nittany Lions 42–37 in Week 6, 2025. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 37, UCLA Bruins 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Penn State Nittany Lions	6	0	6	12	37
UCLA Bruins	9	9	12	8	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Drew Allar (Penn State) — 204.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +3.42 EPA
• Nico Iamaleava (UCLA) — 51.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.48 EPA/play -10.56 EPA

Rushing

• Jaivian Thomas (UCLA) — 44.0 yds -0.11 EPA
• Anthony Woods (UCLA) — 59.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• Nicholas Singleton (Penn State) — 39.0 yds +0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Kyron Hudson (Penn State) — 4 rec · 55.0 yds +0.55 EPA
• Kwazi Gilmer (UCLA) — 6 rec · 17.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Luke Reynolds (Penn State) — 3 rec · 46.0 yds -0.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Drew Allar	Penn State	28	57.1%	204	2	+0.12	+3.42
Nico Iamaleava	UCLA	22	63.6%	51	1	-0.48	-10.56

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Penn State	UCLA
Plays	58	62
EPA / play	+0.194	+0.011
Total EPA	+11.28	+0.70
Success rate	48.3%	51.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.122	-0.480
Rush EPA / play	+0.262	+0.282
Yards	362	302

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UCLA	11	75	+5.20	Pass TD
Q1	UCLA	6	40	-0.94	Field goal
Q1	Penn State	10	75	+2.81	Rush TD
Q2	Penn State	3	4	-2.15	Punt
Q2	UCLA	6	68	+4.93	Rush TD
Q2	Penn State	9	28	-1.86	Ended
Q2	UCLA	2	17	-1.55	Field goal
Q3	Penn State	2	13	-3.74	Fumble
Q3	UCLA	3	5	-2.46	Missed FG
Q3	Penn State	5	62	+5.55	Pass TD
Q3	UCLA	6	8	-3.17	Touchdown
Q3	UCLA	8	75	+5.03	Rush TD
Q3	Penn State	10	75	+6.72	Rush TD
Q4	UCLA	13	8	-2.21	Rush TD
Q4	Penn State	10	80	+7.58	Pass TD
Q4	UCLA	4	7	-3.57	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Punt return touchdown (-5.6 EPA)
2. Q4 · UCLA Bruins · Nico Iamaleava pass to Kwazi Gilmer for a loss of 62 yards (1st & 10) (-5.36 EPA)
3. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Nico Iamaleava rushes for 52 yards (3rd & 7) (+4.78 EPA)
4. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Khalil Dinkins for a touchdown (40 yards) (+4.45 EPA)
5. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar rushes for 27 yards (3rd & 9) (+4.09 EPA)
6. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Kyron Hudson for a touchdown (15 yards) (+3.81 EPA)
7. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Fumble (-3.78 EPA)
8. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Kickoff (+3.09 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UCLA Bruins controlled the final (42–37) in Week 6.
• Passing edge: Drew Allar (Penn State) — 204.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Penn State at 0.194 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 Penn State Nittany Lions vs UCLA Bruins?

Penn State Nittany Lions 37, UCLA Bruins 42 in Week 6 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs UCLA Bruins?

UCLA Bruins won with a final score of 37–42.

Where can I find the Penn State Nittany Lions vs UCLA Bruins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752855.

Who led Penn State Nittany Lions vs UCLA Bruins in passing?

Drew Allar (Penn State) led passers with 204.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Penn State Nittany Lions at UCLA Bruins in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.