 In Rodgers' three seasons at the helm of the Bruins, UCLA finished 2–7–1, 8–3 and 9–2.In 1972, the Bruins began the season with a 20–17 victory over two-time defending national champion Nebraska, and finished the season ranked #17 and #15 in the final Coaches' and AP polls, respectively.In 1973, the Bruins finished ranked #9 and #12 in the final Coaches' and AP polls, respectively.