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UCLA Football: Position Group Report Card

By Mike Regalado

September 10, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Randall Goforth (3) reacts after intercepting a pass against the UNLV Rebels during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
September 10, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Randall Goforth (3) reacts after intercepting a pass against the UNLV Rebels during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /
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September 10, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UNLV Rebels running back Lexington Thomas (3) runs the ball against the UCLA Bruins during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
September 10, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UNLV Rebels running back Lexington Thomas (3) runs the ball against the UCLA Bruins during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

Defensive Line: C

UCLA’s defensive front once again showed some weaknesses, especially in defending the run. UNLV RB Lexington Thomas and QB Johnny Stanton averaged 5.9 and 4.6 yards per carry, respectively, against the Bruins. Missed tackles and missed opportunities hampered UCLA who are making average defenses look stellar.

Linebackers: B-

There were a few missed tackles with the LBs and the run defense is partially on them, but for the most part, they played a decent game. Kenny Young registered the first sack of the season for the Bruins which added to his five tackles. Jayon Brown, Josh Woods and Isaako Savaiinaea were also vital and helped keep the UNLV defense in check, sans the 3rd quarter.

Defensive Backs: B+

The Bruins limited Stanton to 11 completions on 28 attempts. They also knocked balls out of hands, kept the pressure on receivers and had two interceptions by S Randall Goforth. They did give a 31 yard reception to Devonte Boyd, but disallowed any scores from him.

Special Teams: A-

They were not necessarily needed in this game, but when called upon, they delivered. JJ Molson was not needed for field goal duty but hit every extra point. Austin Kent was once again sending punts out of his zone and helping the defense.

Next: UCLA Football: The Defense Makes Average Defenses Look Great

Overall Grade: B-