Spring football is complete for UNLV, and the Rebels and coach Marcus Arroyo believe they laid the foundation for success in 2022.
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Palo Verde’s Daniel Bellinger, a tight end at San Diego State, was the first Las Vegas player drafted. The other was Bishop Gorman’s Jalen Nailor, a wide receiver at Michigan State.
The Rebels picked up commitments from a running back and pass rusher. Both announced their intentions to transfer to UNLV on social media Monday.
Harrison Bailey and Doug Brumfield split reps at quarterback, Austin Ajiake and Bryce Jackson had interceptions during their spring showcase at Allegiant Stadium.
Third-year head coach Marcus Arroyo wants his players to take more ownership of their program, work ethic and responsibilities.
Doug Brumfield, a 6-foot-5-inch sophomore quarterback, returned to Rebel Park Thursday after spending just eight days in the transfer portal.
Quarterback Doug Brumfield will return to UNLV after spending eight days in the transfer portal. He played in three games and started twice last season.
UNLV football coach Marcus Arroyo wants to establish his top eight offensive linemen during spring practice. Center Leif Fautanu has emerged as a leader of the group.
UNLV sophomore Doug Brumfield, who started two games before back injuries derailed his 2021 season, announced he is entering the transfer portal.
Despite losing receiver Steve Jenkins to the transfer portal, Ricky White III and Kyle Williams are confident as spring football continues.
The free event for UNLV fans will be held at Allegiant Stadium and will feature a 90-minute scrimmage.
Wide receiver Steve Jenkins ranked first among UNLV receivers with 46 receptions, 694 yards and four touchdowns while playing all 12 games last season.
Keith Heyward on defense and Nick Holz on offense are already starting to make an impact after the first week of UNLV spring football.
Charles Williams left UNLV’s football program last fall as its all-time leading rusher. But carrying the football isn’t the only thing he believes he can do for an NFL team.