Berger scores 3 touchdowns in UCLA's 38-13 win over Michigan State

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- , Jalen Berger scored three touchdowns and Nico Iamaleava threw for 180 yards and three touchdowns Saturday to lead UCLA to a 38-13 victory over Michigan State. Berger, who transferred to UCLA from Michigan State after the 2023 season, ran for 83 yards on 13 carries and also had three catches for 24 yards. “It felt good being back here, but we just treated this like any other opponent,” Berger said. “They’re just someone in the way of the mission.” UCLA coach Tim Skipper said he was happy to see Berger have a good game against his former team. “(Berger’s) been working hard since I’ve been here, since I’ve been seeing him work,” Skipper said. “He’s a great kid. He doesn’t smile and all that much. He just goes to work and does his thing. I’m excited for him. It’s good for him to have a good game here.