The 1996 UCLA Bruins football team represented the

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(UCLA) as a member of the

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(Pac-10) during the

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. Led by first-year head coach

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, the Bruins compiled an overall record of 5–6 with a mark of 4–4 in conference play, placing fourth in the Pac-10. UCLA played home games at the

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. The season was highlighted by the 25-yard

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touchdown run in the second overtime that won the game for the Bruins over the crosstown-rival

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Schedule

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Game summaries

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Six straight wins for the Bruins over the Trojans.

Roster

References

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UCLA Bruins football seasons

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