"The fans were moved to storm the field after UCLA's improbable 42-37 victory over Penn State, the No. 7 team in America. UCLA was nearly a four touchdown underdog in the contest after starting its season with four straight bad losses. Somehow, they beat a Penn State team thought to be a lock for the college football playoff which sports a roster laden with NFL-level talent."
"In footage captured by Collin Ward of student-run Penn State news outlet Onward State, a little girl accompanied by an adult holding her hand sprinted toward midfield to join in the celebration. A security guard was seen trying to corral her. But in an experience anyone who's chased after a toddler can identify with the girl was able to dart away, leaving the guard winded and throwing in the towel."
UCLA defeated No. 7 Penn State 42-37 at the Rose Bowl despite being nearly a four-touchdown underdog after starting the season with four straight losses. Fans stormed the field after the upset, and multiple fans were removed in handcuffs. Video showed a little girl sprint to midfield while a security guard unsuccessfully pursued her, producing a viral, relatable clip for parents. Rick Neuheisel, father of newly appointed UCLA offensive coordinator Jerry Neuheisel, became emotional on air at CBS after the Bruins' victory. Jerry Neuheisel had been given the offensive coordinator job within the past week and produced 42 points of offense.
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