Match Analysis: UCLA Bruins vs Nebraska Cornhuskers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-09
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: UCLA
Game Overview
The 6-3 Nebraska Cornhuskers visit the 3-5 UCLA Bruins in a Big Ten matchup on November 9th, 2025. Nebraska is adapting to a significant setback with their starting QB Dylan Raiola out for the season due to a fibula injury, while UCLA is coming off a bye week and aiming to capitalize at home after a recent road loss.
Key Factors to Consider
- Nebraska has a solid 6-3 record but just lost their starting QB, impacting offensive potency. UCLA at 3-5 has struggled but shows resilience at home and had a week to prepare and regroup.
- Last season UCLA won the only recent matchup 27-20 on the road, indicating familiarity and a competitive edge despite records.
- Nebraska lost starting QB Dylan Raiola to a season-ending fibula injury last week. UCLA has no major reported injuries affecting key players.
- UCLA benefits from home field advantage and a bye week to prepare, while Nebraska faces pressure to adapt quickly to a backup QB.
- Both teams need this win; Nebraska to stay in postseason contention without their star QB, UCLA to improve their sub-.500 record and prove competitiveness within the conference.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Nebraska -115, UCLA -105 | UCLA Bruins | β β β ββ 62% |
| Spread | Nebraska -1.5 -102, UCLA +1.5 -118 | UCLA Bruins -1.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 44.5 -115, Under 44.5 -105 | Under 44.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | UCLA Bruins 3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 44.5 17% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 44.5 at 17% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
UCLA Bruins to cover the spread (-1.5)
Predicted Score: UCLA Bruins 24 – Nebraska Cornhuskers 17