UCLA Football: Why Reporter Believes Bruins Need To Sweep Games Prior To USC

Every game from here on out is vital

Your UCLA Bruins are navigating through their schedule with eight games remaining in the current college football season. As we reach the season's quarter mark, the Bruins find themselves in a promising position, but they know they have work to do to achieve their desired destination. 

While every game on their schedule carries significance, there is one matchup that stands out above the rest, and it's a date that Bruins fans and their cross-town rivals from the University of Southern California (USC) have circled on their calendars. 

The showdown between UCLA and USC is always highly anticipated, and the rivalry between these two storied programs runs deep.

This year's matchup against USC, scheduled for November 18th, has the potential to hold immense weight in determining the outcome of the Bruins' season. 

Pac-12 pundit David Woods emphasizes the importance of the Bruins' next two matchups against two ranked Pac-12 opponents: Washington State (16th) and Oregon State (19th). 

“I think it’s an interesting spot that UCLA is in. I think there’s still a very good chance they could have a very good year if they sweep the next two games or you could just split them, but I think there’s also a pretty good chance that they get swept these next two games and there is a lot of pressure to sweep through the remaining cupcakes because USC is looming like a supernova."

(via David Woods)

These games are considered pivotal and must-win contests, particularly after UCLA's 0-1 start in Pac-12 play. Falling into a 0-2 or 0-3 hole in conference play could be detrimental to their postseason aspirations.

While the road ahead presents formidable challenges, the Bruins are taking a one-game-at-a-time approach, recognizing that success against Washington State and Oregon State will set the stage for an epic clash with their arch-rivals from USC. 

The anticipation is building, and the Bruins are poised to give their all in pursuing victory as they aim to make their mark in the Pac-12 conference and reclaim bragging rights in Los Angeles.

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