UNLV plays at San Jose State at 5 p.m. Saturday. Here are five reasons why that football game is important
UNLV Football
Hey Rebel fans, I hope you’re all ready for fall because it’s about that time. That also means Runnin’ Rebel basketball is about to begin.
UNLV finds an opponent in San Jose State that is going through largely the same struggles. The teams meet each Saturday in San Jose, Calif.
San Diego State proved superior in every way while beating the Rebels 34-17 in a Mountain West opener for both teams before 28,005, the latest example that UNLV simply isn’t good enough in most areas right now to have a chance at defeating anyone capable.
UNLV tried to keep running back Donnel Pumphrey in Las Vegas, but even though he went to Canyon Springs High School, his roots were in San Diego.
UNLV’s comeback attempt never got off the ground, as San Diego State beat the Rebels 34-17.
UNLV went into the football season with high hopes of building on last year’s bowl appearance, but rather than make progress in the first four weeks, the Rebels have regressed.
UNLV heads into Saturday’s football game at San Diego State with injuries throughout the lineup. The Rebels will be digging deep into their roster to try to beat the Aztecs.
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UNLV went down to my hometown to play the University of Houston last Saturday and we all wish we could have played better, especially the guys from Texas.
UNLV hasn’t won at San Diego State since 2000. The Rebels play the Aztecs earlier this season, however, so maybe that will make a difference.
UNLV’s forgettable 1-3 start doesn’t mean it can’t compete for wins when the Rebels begin league play Saturday at San Diego State.
It’s the first year of the College Football Playoff, and the effects of the new system on the bowls remain to be seen. But the Las Vegas Bowl is in good shape to survive, officials say.
UNLV plays at San Diego State at 5 p.m. Saturday. Here are five reasons why the football game is important.