UCLA’s recent upset over a top-10 team is making headlines, and for good reason. It marked the first time since 1985 that a winless 0-4 program defeated a top-10 opponent. After the win, OL Jerry Neuheisel’s play calling became instant eye candy for all fans. The clearest sign? The star quarterback himself admitted he’s “having fun again” running the offense. But while Neuheisel’s brilliance dominated the limelight, interim head coach Tim Skipper ’s steady leadership behind the scenes was equally critical. Yet his role in the historic turnaround remains largely underappreciated.

Skipper’s efforts helped lift the Bruins 11 spots on ESPN’s updated Football Power Index, moving them from 79th to 68th. The best part is that for the first time this season, UCLA is no longer at the bottom

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