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UCLA Football: The Optimist/Pessimist Bruin Fan’s View on the 2017 Schedule

By Mike Regalado

Sep 3, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Jim Mora urges a call against the Texas A&M Aggies during overtime at Kyle Field. Texas A&M won in overtime 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Jim Mora urges a call against the Texas A&M Aggies during overtime at Kyle Field. Texas A&M won in overtime 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports /
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October 22, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; General view of UCLA Bruins offensive line against the Utah Utes defense before the snap during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
October 22, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; General view of UCLA Bruins offensive line against the Utah Utes defense before the snap during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

UCLA vs Oregon, October 21

Optimist: I know your answer, so let me start with a positive take on the Bruins against this downward trending Ducks team. Oregon is not what they were and will get trounced by UCLA. Win.

Pessimist: Oregon is not the same, but UCLA will be exactly the same as they were last year when they went 4-8. It’ll be a very bad loss. By at least 20. Loss.

Optimist: You are not well.

Pessimist: I didn’t take my meds today.

Optimistic View 6-1 | Pessimistic View 3-4

UCLA at Washington, October 28

Pessimist: You probably think UCLA has a chance in this game, don’t you hippy? Well let me tell you that Mora will be embarassed going back to his alma mater. He should have left when he had the chance. Fire Mora! Loss.

Optimist: I may be optimistic, but I am realistic as well. UCLA loses this one in Seattle, by only 3. Hehehehe. Loss.

Pessimist: Ooooooooh you would say that!

Optimistic View 6-2 | Pessimistic View 3-5

UCLA at Utah, November 3 (Friday)

Pessimist: There is no way UCLA gets out of the SLC with a win. You’re crazy if you think so! Loss.

Optimist: Except for the last two games played in Utah. Remember, it’s the Rose Bowl where UCLA can’t beat Utah. You just love UCLA loses, don’t you? Win.

Optimistic View 7-2 | Pessimistic View 3-6

UCLA vs Arizona State, November 11

Pessimist: I don’t want to hear what you have to say about this game. Rosen was knocked out of this game last year and I wouldn’t be surprised if he is knocked out again. At least we have two backups this time, but who knows if they will be ready with Mora in charge. *Rolls eyes* Loss.

Optimist: Ok, seriously, do you need a hug? Maybe a nap? Are you seriously projecting another Rosen injury? On the contrary, Rosen will have his revenge as he uses this game as a platform to boost his Heisman campaign that is heating up at this time of the year. As Eddie Vanderdoes would say, “Just win, baby!” Win.

Optimistic View 8-2 | Pessimistic View 3-7