# Pat McAfee Names UCLA as Next Indiana

> Pat McAfee says UCLA could become next Indiana after 10 TD running back Wayne Knight leads turnaround.
- Title: Pat McAfee Names UCLA as Next Indiana · EssentiallySports
- Summary: Pat McAfee says UCLA could become next Indiana after 10 TD running back Wayne Knight leads turnaround. Pat McAfee believes UCLA, with running back Wayne…
- Keywords: pat mcafee, ucla, wayne knight, ncaa, big ten, indiana, college football, running back, ten touchdowns, bob chesney, ty diefenbach, nico iamaleava
- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-pat-mcafee-backs-big-ten-team-to-become-next-indiana-after-success-with-ten-td-batman
- Author: Isha
- Published: 2026-10-17T16:49:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pat mcafee, ucla, wayne knight, ncaa, big ten, indiana, college football, running back, ten touchdowns, bob chesney, ty diefenbach, nico iamaleava
## Pat McAfee's Favorite Surprise
Pat McAfee says UCLA is one of the biggest surprises in football after Bob Chesney started with a five-game winning streak.

> My favorite part about the Big 10 is all about surprises, and I think this season has provided more than ever
## UCLA's Turnaround
UCLA went from 3-9 last season to 5-0 this season with Bob Chesney leading the team.
## Wayne Knight's Impact
Wayne Knight, UCLA's running back, has scored 10 touchdowns and averages 9.1 yards per carry.
## UCLA's Big Win
UCLA beat Oregon 17-15 despite bookmakers expecting a 10-point win margin.
## QB Injury
UCLA's starting QB Nico Iamaleava suffered a season-ending knee injury in the Oregon game.
## Ty Diefenbach Steps Up
Ty Diefenbach, UCLA's backup QB, completed three of six passes and scored a touchdown against Oregon.
## Key takeaway

Pat McAfee believes UCLA, with running back Wayne Knight scoring 10 touchdowns, will surpass former national champion Indiana.