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UCLA quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Pasadena, Calif.
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Ty Dieffenbach has gone from third-string to starting quarterback for undefeated UCLA, leading the 12th-ranked Bruins to a 17-7 victory over Wisconsin. The 21-year-old completed 23 of 33 passes for 264 yards in his first start of the season. Bruins coach Bob Chesney praised Dieffenbach's confidence and performance. He stepped up after Nico Iamaleava's injury last week, surpassing Maddon Iamaleava for the starting role. The Bruins are 6-0 and are expected to move into the top 10 of the AP rankings. Dieffenbach's journey to UCLA included stints at Pitt and Cal Poly, where he developed his skills before transferring.
