Washington enters as a significant favorite, boasting an explosive offense led by quarterback Demond Williams Jr. that is expected to challenge a struggling UCLA defense. The game’s outcome likely hinges on whether the Huskies can establish their ground game against the Bruins’ weak front seven.

Set to speak at the service is former President George W. Bush. Bush selected Cheney as his running mate in the 2000 election, and relied on him heavily to direct post-9/11 foreign policies. Also in attendance are former Vice Presidents, Dan Quayle, Al Gore, Kamala Harris and Mike Pence.