"It was blocked!" BYU vs UCLA: Las Vegas Bowl 2007

"It was blocked!" BYU vs UCLA: Las Vegas Bowl 2007

Rise and Shout Replay • Season 1, Episode 8
Oct 30, 2026 • 40m

The 2007 Las Vegas Bowl all came down to the final play, the final seconds. Join host Lauren McLean and former BYU linebacker David Nixon as they reflect on the dramatic season-closer, where #17 BYU faced UCLA in a rematch after losing to the Bruins earlier that season. They break down key moments — from Max Hall's passing touchdowns to Nixon's defensive efforts. Despite some costly mistakes, including a costly fumble at the end of the 1st half, the Cougars were able to come out on top. The narrow 17-16 victory culminated with the block that saved it all, off the fingertips of then-freshman Eathyn Manumaleuna.