UCLA routs Maryland
The gist
UCLA beat Maryland 54-3 on the road, improving to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in the Big Ten.
The Bruins' largest road conference win since 1955 adds pressure on Maryland's coach.
How it unfolded
- Sep 26, 2026UCLA defeated Maryland 54-3 in a Big Ten road game at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md., before 40,125 fans.
- Sep 26, 2026After a scoreless first quarter, UCLA led 20-0 in the second and 20-3 at halftime; 'Fire Locksley' chants erupted midway through the second quarter with Maryland down 20-0.
- Sep 26, 2026Ta'Shawn James returned an interception 39 yards for a touchdown with 11:20 left in the third, and Scooter Jackson returned one 65 yards with 8:16 remaining, giving UCLA a 34-3 cushion.