UNLV improved to 5-1 after defeating in-state rival UNR, reaching heights not achieved since 1984 when Randall Cunningham was leading the Rebels.
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UNLV freshman quarterback Jayden Maiava connected with junior wide receiver Ricky White for two touchdowns in the victory over UNR on Saturday in Reno.
Hunkie Cooper is back as UNLV’s director of football player development and community engagement, utilizing his knowledge of Las Vegas to impact the program.
The 4-1 Rebels meet the Wolf Pack — one of the nation’s worst teams with a 15-game losing streak — in an annual rivalry game on Saturday at Mackay Stadium.
The only FBS schools still unbeaten and untied ATS this season are Oklahoma at 6-0 and Oregon, Penn State and UNLV at 5-0.
UNLV Director of Athletics Erick Harper said the hope is to raise funds for new facilities, upgrades and improved resources for student-athlete wellness.
Las Vegas handicapper Bruce Marshall is an analyst at VegasInsider.com. He provides the Review-Journal with college football tech notes and trends.
Senior defensive back Jerrae Williams was the only player ruled out by coach Barry Odom on Monday, as the Rebels prepare for UNR without their defensive leader.
The Raiders gave UNLV athletics a million reasons to smile Tuesday with a donation earmarked for the football program.
The Rebels are 4-1 for a second consecutive season, but coach Barry Odom believes UNLV’s 2022 collapse won’t be repeated as it enters the bye week.
The Raiders plan to donate $1 million to UNLV athletics to show their support for the school’s football program.
The Rebels’ rushing attack continued to lead the way Saturday, as UNLV cruised to a rivalry win against Hawaii in the Ninth Island Showdown.
Colorado, a 22½-point home underdog to Southern California, rallied for a cover in a 48-41 loss to the Trojans that sailed over the total of 73.
The Rebels return home to open Mountain West play against Hawaii on Saturday, intent on not looking forward to the future or back at their early success.
A leak in Allegiant Stadium’s roof that drew much attention this month during the UNLV-Bryant college football game has been repaired.
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