The New Mexico Lobos will take on the UCLA Bruins in Week 3 of the 2025 regular season. The game will be held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, on Friday, September 12, 2025, at 10:00 PM. Fans can watch the action on BTN. The Lobos have a 1-1 record, while the Bruins are looking for their first win of the season at 0-2.
New Mexico vs. UCLA Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: New Mexico Lobos +481. The Lobos have a win this season, while UCLA has not won yet. The Lobos’ odds offer a better return for bettors.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 52.5. Both teams have struggled to score a lot of points this season, making the under a safer choice.
Team Trends
- New Mexico Lobos have a road record of 0-1 this season.
- UCLA Bruins are 0-1 at home this season.
- New Mexico Lobos won their last home game against Idaho State Bengals 32-22.
- UCLA Bruins lost their last home game against Utah Utes 43-10.
- This game will be played at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, and will air on BTN.
New Mexico vs UCLA Preview
The New Mexico Lobos are heading into Week 3 with a 1-1 record. They have shown strength at home but are looking for their first road win. The Lobos are in the Mountain West Conference and currently sit at 7th place. They are on a 1-game win streak and hope to keep it going.
The UCLA Bruins are searching for their first win of the season. They have a 0-2 record and are looking to improve their standing in the Big Ten Conference. The Bruins have struggled both at home and on the road, with a 2-game losing streak. Playing at the Rose Bowl, they aim to turn their season around.
UCLA Bruins: Aiming for a Turnaround
UCLA Bruins play in the Big Ten conference and call the Rose Bowl their home. They have started their season with a 0-2 record, both at home and on the road. Their conference record remains 0-0 so far.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava has been a standout, with 391 passing yards in two games, ranking 80th overall. He has thrown two touchdowns and two interceptions. Running back Anthony Woods leads with 53 rushing yards, while wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer has caught 11 passes for 118 yards.
UCLA’s offense has scored 33 points, ranking 57th, and has gained 391 passing yards, ranking 79th. Defensively, they have allowed 73 points and recorded two sacks. They are looking to improve both their offense and defense as the season progresses.
New Mexico Lobos: Ready for the Challenge
New Mexico Lobos have a 1-1 record this season. They play in the Mountain West conference. Their home record stands at 1-0, but they have lost their only road game.
Quarterback Jack Layne has 363 passing yards in two games. He has thrown one touchdown and three interceptions. Running back Scottre Humphrey is a key player with 174 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
On the defense, the Lobos have allowed 56 points and achieved two sacks. They have recorded one interception and one fumble recovery. The team looks to improve their record as they head into more games this season.
Final Betting Pick
The New Mexico Lobos have shown they can win on the road, which makes their moneyline odds appealing. They have a win this season, unlike UCLA, who is still searching for their first victory. The Lobos’ ability to perform under pressure, as seen in their win against Idaho State, adds to their potential for another win.
The under 52.5 points is a smart choice given both teams’ scoring struggles. New Mexico has scored 49 points over two games, while UCLA has only managed 33. With both teams ranked low in offensive stats, a high-scoring game is unlikely. This makes the under a safer bet for this matchup.
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Last updated:September 9, 2025 New Mexico Lobos, UCLA Bruins