UNLV Runnin' Rebels

• After a 24-10 loss to Clemson that yielded just 231 yards, Cal head coach Tosh Lupoi elevated responsibilities for assistants Pat McCann, Nick...

Cal enters Saturday's matchup at UNLV (2-2, 1-0 MW) as a 2-2 ACC squad seeking its first bowl berth in four straight seasons.

• Game details:...

UNLV returns to Allegiant Stadium after its 38-10 win over Akron to close nonconference play against Cal.

• Cal defense brings physicality up front...

• Following their 44-6 collapse at North Texas, the Rebels reset with a 38-10 road win at Akron to improve to 2-2.
• This marked their third straight...

The Rebels hold a 6-14 record against Utah State in their last 20 meetings, reflecting a sustained series disadvantage with no evident reversal in recent results.

Nevada sits at 1-3 after four games, one win shy of the pace needed for bowl eligibility.

• Efficiency gap: Ranks top 40 nationally in yards per...

Cal's preview highlights UNLV's wider week-to-week swings this season compared to last year. The Rebels are projected to finish 8-4, but must avoid...

UNLV brings a balanced attack averaging 179.5 rush yards per game and 225 pass yards, but faces New Mexico's defense allowing just 252 total yards per...

• Cal enters the UNLV game without confirming RB availability, placing Adam Mohammed and Carter Vargas in a day-to-day category.
• Ashten Emory earned...

Jackson Arnold brings strong arm talent and mobility as UNLV's QB but battles accuracy and decision-making issues that Cal must exploit.

Jai'Den...

Cal hopes UNLV’s middling defense sparks an offensive turnaround, yet the Rebels could just as easily spotlight the Bears’ scoring inconsistency.

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UNLV's latest depth chart lists Kal-El Togafau as the top defensive end, ahead of Landen Thomas and Kenji Scanlan.

• Kickoff returns show freshman...

Can the fixes from Akron travel to Allegiant Stadium?

• UNLV's 38-10 road win delivered proof of progress: Jackson Arnold avoided sacks and...

Boise State slotted in at No. 22 after early nonconference wins, establishing itself as the clear Group of Six playoff contender.

• Florida surge:...

• UNLV rushes for 179.5 yards per game (47th) while Cal allows 190.5 on the ground (124th)
• UNLV converts just 58.3% of red-zone trips (135th),...

Jai'Den Thomas delivered a standout performance with 167 total yards and three touchdowns in UNLV's 38-10 victory.

• Thomas scored on a 40-yard...

Jai'Den Thomas delivered a versatile breakout in UNLV's 38-10 win at Akron.

• Dual-threat production: 113 rushing yards on 15 carries plus 54...

UNLV sits in the top group for No. 64 overall 2028 prospect Zaiden Jernigan, a high Top100 running back, underscoring recruiting momentum. The program also keeps the No. 94 overall talent high on its board.

• Akron passes 57% of the time but averages only 5.0 yards downfield on throws, using RPOs to blend run and pass.
• Efficient run game (51% success...

• Broughton’s short RPO game plus 170 rushing yards forces UNLV to emphasize tackling in space
• Roggow’s deeper targets (10.8 yards avg vs...