UCLA vs Michigan head-to-head: position-by-position star ratings, experience, and composite grades on CFB Matchup. They meet Week 12, Saturday, November 21, 2026.
The Breakdown
UCLA 68, Michigan 67 — dead even. The veteran-built Bruins fill 64% of starting spots via portal.
When UCLA has the ball: Wayne Knight's 3★ legs face 3.7★ Michigan linebackers, and a 3.2★ O-line meets Michigan's 3.8★ D-line.
When Michigan has the ball: Jordan Marshall's 4★ runs at 3.3★ Bruin linebackers; 3.7★ receivers averaging one year face UCLA's 3.8★ secondary.
Swing factor: Two 5★ quarterbacks: Nico Iamaleava's three college years against Bryce Underwood's one. Experience is the only separator.
X-factor: Week 12 Saturday in Ann Arbor — a November road trip across the country for the Bruins.