The UCLA football team had a strong start to the game on both offense and defense. Though they were forced to punt on their first drive of the game, they put Colorado in the same position as the Buffs were forced to give the ball away on their first possession of the game.
Why is this important? Progress.
UCLA took that opportunity to break out some new formations which took the Colorado defense off guard. There was was hope as the Bruins were moving the ball efficiently on the ground and through the air.