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| UNLV vs. Missouri Presser: Josh Pastner, Sebastian Mack & Tyrin Jones | 29 oct. 2026 | 00:21:57 | |
Tyrin Jones is set to return against Missouri, giving UNLV another piece of its rotation as Josh Pastner pushes the Runnin’ Rebels to clean up their turnovers. Pastner previews Missouri’s defense, explains the mistakes that hurt UNLV against Utah and BYU, and discusses how many players he needs to sustain his pressing style. He also provides injury and eligibility updates and confirms Jones will play no more than 20 minutes in his return. Sebastian Mack discusses the confidence he has found in Pastner’s offense, balancing his scoring with ball movement, and building a connection with Jones. Jones talks about returning from shoulder surgery, getting back on the floor with his teammates, and his goal of becoming a defender the Rebels can trust beyond blocking shots. CHAPTERS Follow The Scarlet Standard for UNLV news, interviews and analysis. Subscribe for more Runnin’ Rebels interviews throughout the season. #UNLV #UNLVBasketball #RunninRebels | |||
| Dan Mullen Weekly Presser: NIU Preview, Injury Updates and His Future at UNLV | 27 oct. 2026 | 00:29:06 | |
Dan Mullen discusses his future at UNLV, the support he wants for the program and the Rebels’ return from the bye week ahead of Northern Illinois. Mullen provides updates on Austin Boyd and Conti, addresses UNLV’s tackling and defensive line depth after the Air Force loss, and explains how Jackson Arnold’s scrambling has contributed to the running game. Also covered: UNLV players also discuss cutting down on penalties and missed assignments, receiver chemistry with Arnold, blocking and the defense’s response to the Air Force game. More UNLV coverage: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ #UNLV #UNLVFootball #DanMullen | |||
| UNLV Falls to No. 25 BYU 89-77 as Turnovers and Injuries Hurt the Rebels | 25 oct. 2026 | 00:05:19 | |
UNLV battled No. 25 BYU at the Thomas & Mack Center but couldn't hold off the Cougars in an 89-77 exhibition loss. The Scarlet Standard's Darrell Lutey breaks down the Runnin' Rebels' performance, including an impressive start, a second-half offensive slowdown and the turnover problems that continue to concern head coach Josh Pastner. Playing without several key contributors, UNLV built a double-digit lead before BYU fought back. The Rebels remained competitive despite their limited rotation, but turnovers, second-chance opportunities and defensive breakdowns ultimately proved costly. Sebastian Mack led UNLV with 26 points on 10-of-20 shooting, adding three assists and committing just one turnover. Cam Miles contributed 14 points and four assists, while Jeremy Fumena and Dontrez Williams each collected nine rebounds. Williams made his UNLV debut, finishing with nine points and nine rebounds in 33 minutes. UNLV won the rebounding battle 41-36 but finished with 18 turnovers against only 12 assists. Pastner praised his team's improvement from the Utah exhibition while acknowledging that offensive execution and ball security must improve. In this report:
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| Josh Pastner Breaks Down UNLV’s Loss to BYU, Turnovers and Injury Concerns | 25 oct. 2026 | 00:13:33 | |
UNLV head coach Josh Pastner addresses the media following the Runnin’ Rebels’ 89–77 exhibition loss to No. 25 BYU at the Thomas & Mack Center. Pastner discusses the Rebels’ improvement from their first exhibition against Utah, the ongoing turnover problems, defensive breakdowns and the challenge of playing with several key players sidelined. He also evaluates Cam Miles, Dontrez Williams, Jeremy Fumena, Sebastian Mack, Coda Suttle and Jackson Kiss while addressing AJ Storr’s eligibility situation and how returning players will fit into the rotation. Pastner says UNLV surrendered 36 combined points from turnovers and second-chance opportunities, an issue he wants corrected before the regular season. Topics covered:
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| UNLV Faces No. 25 BYU With Key Players Injured | 24 oct. 2026 | 00:11:35 | |
UNLV faces No. 25 BYU with several key players sidelined as Josh Pastner prepares the Runnin' Rebels for another challenging exhibition at the Thomas & Mack Center. The Scarlet Standard's Darrell Lutey breaks down UNLV's injury situation, Cam Miles stepping into the starting point guard role, AJ Storr's ongoing eligibility battle and what the Rebels need to improve against Kevin Young's BYU Cougars. With Tyrin Jones, Terrance Ford Jr., Tyler Harris and Isaac Williamson unavailable, UNLV will rely on a limited rotation. MJ Thomas remains a game-time decision, while Dontrez Williams is expected to make his exhibition debut after missing the Utah game with an ankle injury. Pastner also discusses BYU's aggressive defense, limiting turnovers, rebounding and the effort he expects from his players. 📰 READ DARRELL LUTEY'S FULL ARTICLE: UNLV vs BYU Game Day Preview https://the-scarlet-standard.com/2026/10/24/unlv-vs-byu-game-day-preview/ 🏀 GAME INFORMATION UNLV vs. No. 25 BYU 🎙️ Reporting: Darrell Lutey For more original UNLV sports coverage, interviews and analysis, visit: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ Subscribe to The Scarlet Standard for UNLV basketball, football, hockey and more. #UNLV #RunninRebels #BYU #JoshPastner #TheScarletStandard | |||
| Cam Miles on BYU, Playing Point Guard and Why He Chose UNLV | 24 oct. 2026 | 00:03:30 | |
Cam Miles discusses his role at UNLV ahead of the Rebels’ exhibition against No. 25 BYU. With Terrance Ford Jr. out because of a concussion, Miles talks about playing point guard, becoming more vocal on the court and helping UNLV execute its offense. Miles also explains why the Rebels’ consistent recruitment brought him to Las Vegas after his freshman season at Florida State, his opportunity for more minutes and what UNLV needs to carry from practice into the BYU game. He scored 16 points and made three 3-pointers in UNLV’s exhibition opener against Utah. Interview recorded Oct. 23, 2026, with The Scarlet Standard’s Darrell Lutey and other reporters. UNLV vs. BYU: Saturday, Oct. 24, at 1 p.m. Pacific at the Thomas & Mack Center. Watch on MW+. More UNLV reporting: Subscribe for UNLV interviews, press conferences and reporting throughout the season. #UNLV #CamMiles #CollegeBasketball | |||
| Dontrez Williams Expects UNLV Debut vs. BYU, Talks Ankle Recovery and Wrist Injury | 24 oct. 2026 | 00:06:44 | |
Dontrez Williams says he expects to make his UNLV debut against No. 25 BYU after missing the Utah exhibition with a sprained ankle. Speaking with The Scarlet Standard’s Darrell Lutey and other reporters on Oct. 23, Williams says the ankle is close to 100 percent and that he plans to wear a brace. Williams also discusses a broken wrist he says affected his shooting last season at Lindenwood, his work on 3-pointers and free throws, anticipating passes on defense, and adjusting to Josh Pastner’s practices. He shares what he learned watching the Utah exhibition and talks about his teammates and life in Las Vegas. UNLV hosts BYU on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 1 p.m. Pacific at the Thomas & Mack Center. Watch on MW+. Reporting: Darrell Lutey / The Scarlet Standard More UNLV coverage: Subscribe for UNLV interviews, press conferences and reporting throughout the season. #UNLV #DontrezWilliams #CollegeBasketball | |||
| Josh Pastner Previews BYU: UNLV Injury Updates, AJ Storr Eligibility | 24 oct. 2026 | 00:20:18 | |
Josh Pastner previews UNLV’s exhibition against No. 25 BYU and provides updates on the Rebels’ injuries, available rotation and AJ Storr’s eligibility. Pastner says UNLV has eight players ready to go, with MJ Thomas a game-time decision. Tyrin Jones, Tyler Harris, Issac Williamson and Terrance Ford Jr. are out for BYU, while Storr remains ineligible. Pastner discusses Ford’s concussion, the possibility Harris and Williamson miss the opening week of the regular season, and his expectation that Jones will be ready for the opener. He also breaks down BYU’s Robert Wright III, freshman Bruce Branch III and the Cougars’ defensive pressure, explains what he wants to see after the Utah exhibition, and discusses eligibility rules and players returning to college after NBA Summer League. UNLV vs. BYU: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 1 p.m. Pacific at the Thomas & Mack Center. Watch on MW+. More UNLV reporting from The Scarlet Standard: Subscribe for UNLV press conferences, interviews and reporting throughout the season. #UNLV #RunninRebels #CollegeBasketball | |||
| Will Dan Mullen Leave UNLV for Maryland? | 22 oct. 2026 | 00:39:21 | |
Dan Mullen is already being linked to the Maryland head coaching vacancy. But is leaving UNLV for a struggling Big Ten program actually worth it? On today's Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper breaks down Maryland's coaching search, Mullen's future at UNLV, the financial differences between the programs, and why staying in Las Vegas could put Mullen in a better position for his next opportunity. Plus, what UNLV must do to retain Mullen, the Rebels' remaining Mountain West schedule, and a few thoughts on bringing back Hey Reb. Follow The Scarlet Standard UNLV Football: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. Subscribe for independent UNLV football coverage, analysis, interviews, and the Rebel Daily Drive. #UNLV #DanMullen #MarylandFootball #CollegeFootball #RebelDailyDrive | |||
| UNLV’s Loss to Air Force Exposed the Same Problem Again | 19 oct. 2026 | 01:03:34 | |
UNLV took a 24-20 lead into the fourth quarter against Air Force. Then everything fell apart. The Falcons scored three fourth-quarter rushing touchdowns and beat the Rebels 41-31, finishing with 430 rushing yards on 62 attempts. Air Force threw just three passes all night. UNLV knew what was coming and still could not stop it. That is where this Rebel Daily Drive starts. We break down why Air Force was able to repeatedly win at the line of scrimmage, UNLV’s tackling problems, the fourth-quarter collapse and why this cannot simply be dismissed as the difficulty of defending the triple option. Jackson Arnold actually gave UNLV enough offensively to win. He finished 21-of-33 for 244 yards and two touchdowns while adding 78 rushing yards and another score. Caden McGee emerged with 99 receiving yards and two touchdowns. But the Rebels again struggled to establish a traditional running game, with Jet Thomas held to 48 yards on 17 carries. Then we get into the bigger Dan Mullen conversation. Mullen is 14-7 at UNLV, and that should not simply be dismissed. But against FBS opponents at .500 or worse, the Rebels are 11-0 in the sample discussed here. Against teams with winning records, they are 2-7. The scoring drops from 36.5 points per game against the weaker group to 22.9 against winning teams. Defensively, UNLV goes from allowing 22.5 points per game to 31.1. That is the question now. UNLV is paying Dan Mullen to compete for championships, not simply beat the bottom of the schedule. But the season is not over. The Rebels are still 2-1 in Mountain West play with five games remaining. There are legitimate problems to fix, but firing Mullen in October is not the answer either. https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #AirForce #DanMullen #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV vs Air Force: Dan Mullen Weekly Presser, Austin Boyd Update & Jet Thomas | 13 oct. 2026 | 00:22:26 | |
Dan Mullen previews UNLV’s road matchup with Air Force after the Rebels’ 13-7 win over North Dakota State. Mullen discusses why UNLV leaned heavily on the run in the second half against NDSU, defending Air Force’s option offense, Andre Porter’s development, Austin Boyd’s recovery and the continued growth of UNLV’s young defense. Jet Thomas and Kamuela Ka'aihue also meet with the media ahead of the matchup. More UNLV coverage: #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #AirForce #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV Beats NDSU 13-7: Defense Dominates, But the Offense Has Real Problems | 11 oct. 2026 | 00:29:50 | |
UNLV beat previously undefeated North Dakota State 13-7, but this was one of the strangest wins of the season. The Rebels did not score an offensive touchdown. Instead, Paul Guenther’s defense carried the night, forcing Nathan Hayes into three interceptions, producing Andre Porter’s early pick-six and repeatedly winning the short-yardage situations that North Dakota State normally controls. UNLV held the Bison to seven points and stopped both of their fourth-and-one attempts. That deserves a ton of credit. But the offensive questions are real. Jackson Arnold finished 8-of-16 for 77 yards and an interception, and UNLV attempted only three passes after halftime that counted. The Rebels controlled possession and ran the football effectively, but the offense became predictable and conservative while the game remained within one score. The biggest question is Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas. Jet ran 22 times for 112 yards against a defense that entered the game allowing roughly 100 rushing yards per game. Yet UNLV repeatedly moved away from him in critical situations, including a first-and-goal possession after Jet had just produced 14 yards on two carries. We break down why the sequencing did not make sense, why the repeated quarterback runs became predictable, what Jackson Arnold could have done better, and why Dan Mullen may need to rethink the play-calling dynamic before UNLV reaches the most important part of its Mountain West schedule. The Rebels are 4-2, 2-0 in conference play and now own the head-to-head result over North Dakota State. The season is very much alive. The offense just has to catch up to the defense. https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #NDSU #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV vs Utah Exhibition Reaction: Turnovers, Shooting and What We Learned | 11 oct. 2026 | 00:09:02 | |
UNLV opened exhibition play with an 89-79 loss to Utah, but there was plenty to take away from Josh Pastner’s shorthanded group. Darrell breaks down the Rebels’ 45-37 rebounding advantage, the 18 turnovers, poor free-throw shooting and a point-guard performance Pastner said needs to improve. Sebastian Mack led UNLV with 25 points, while MJ Thomas was active on the glass. Freshman Jackson Kiss showed his rebounding and passing ability, and Jeremy Foumena and Moustapha Loum gave the Rebels some encouraging minutes inside. The bigger questions are whether UNLV can cut down the turnovers, create better shots and get more consistent point-guard play before the regular season begins. Next up: BYU on October 24 at the Thomas & Mack Center. More UNLV coverage: #UNLVMBB #UNLVBasketball #RunninRebels #CollegeBasketball | |||
| UNLV vs NDSU Postgame: Dan Mullen, Kayden McGee & Andre Porter After 13-7 Win | 11 oct. 2026 | 00:09:57 | |
Yeah. For a full press conference upload, the description should be much simpler. You do not need to recap the whole game in it. Use this: UNLV head coach Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Andre Porter speak after the Rebels’ 13-7 win over North Dakota State at Allegiant Stadium. Mullen discusses UNLV’s defensive performance, the offense’s red-zone issues, Jet Thomas, the physicality of the matchup and his message to College GameDay after the win. Porter also breaks down his early pick-six and how the defense helped set the tone. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #NDSU #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV vs NDSU Preview: Can Jackson Arnold and Jet Thomas Crack the Bison Defense? | 10 oct. 2026 | 00:39:24 | |
North Dakota State comes to Allegiant Stadium 5-0, 2-0 in Mountain West play and allowing only 49 points through five games. UNLV is 3-2 after back-to-back wins over Akron and Cal. This is the matchup that should tell us a lot about both teams. North Dakota State is disciplined, physical, well coached and has already forced 11 turnovers. The schedule has not tested the Bison the same way UNLV should, but the film shows a defense that understands its assignments, tackles well and can create pressure without constantly sending extra rushers. The key player on that side is linebacker Donovan Wolin. He can attack the run, threaten pressure, drop underneath routes and force the quarterback to identify him before the snap without knowing exactly what he is going to do afterward. That makes him one of the most important players Jackson Arnold and the UNLV offensive line have to account for. But Arnold gives UNLV a dimension North Dakota State has not consistently faced. Against Cal, Arnold threw three touchdowns and ran for 110 yards and two more scores. When Cal sold out to stop Jet Thomas, Arnold punished the space that created with his legs and the deep ball. North Dakota State now has to decide how much attention it can commit to Jet without opening those same opportunities for Arnold. Jet remains the other major piece. UNLV is undefeated this season when it has produced a 100-yard rusher. If Jet gets going early and forces North Dakota State to commit more bodies to the box, the passing lanes for Arnold, Taz Reddicks and Caden McGee become much more favorable. On the other side, North Dakota State is built around a patient, physical run game and a West Coast-influenced offense that can change personnel and formations without changing its basic identity. The Bison can run inside, attack the perimeter, use multiple tight ends, throw off play action and get quarterback Nathan Hayes involved with his legs. Hayes showed another part of that offense against Wyoming when he ran for 79 yards and two touchdowns. UNLV cannot focus so heavily on the backs that it opens clean lanes for him. That makes tackling enormous. North Dakota State wants four-yard runs to become six, stay ahead of the chains and keep the entire playbook available. UNLV has already shown this season what happens when missed tackles start multiplying. The Rebels have to end plays at first contact and force Hayes into obvious passing situations. For me, this game ultimately comes back to the UNLV offense. Paul Guenther’s defense has been good enough to keep UNLV in games. The question is whether Corey Dennis can call a complete game against one of the most disciplined defenses the Rebels will see all season. Can he get Jet going? Can he keep Arnold out of bad down-and-distance situations? Can UNLV continue creating the explosive plays that showed up against Akron and Cal without disappearing offensively for an entire quarter? That is the game. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #NDSU #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV-NDSU Week Begins: Mullen Challenges Las Vegas to Pack Allegiant Stadium | 06 oct. 2026 | 00:31:24 | |
UNLV is coming off its biggest win of the season against Cal, but Dan Mullen made it clear Monday that the challenge gets even harder with undefeated North Dakota State coming to Allegiant Stadium for Homecoming. Mullen called NDSU one of the best teams UNLV will face this season and said he does not see an obvious weakness. The Bison have one of the top defenses in the country, one of the most efficient offenses in the Mountain West and a roster built largely through players who have developed inside the program rather than a complete portal rebuild. The press conference also revisited UNLV’s 39-31 win over Cal. Mullen thought the defense played considerably better than the final score suggested, especially considering Cal received extra possessions and short fields because of special-teams mistakes. He also broke down what UNLV did well on special teams and where the Rebels still have to clean things up before Saturday. Jackson Arnold was another major topic after earning Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week. Mullen said Arnold’s growth is showing in his comfort reading defenses, recognizing when opponents are selling out to stop Jai’Den Thomas and knowing when the matchup gives him an opportunity to push the ball vertically. Mullen also challenged Las Vegas again after Saturday’s atmosphere against Cal. With NDSU expected to bring a significant traveling crowd, Homecoming on campus and conference positioning already at stake, he wants Rebel fans to “double down” and fill Allegiant Stadium. Then the press conference took a completely different turn when Mullen was asked about potential College Football Playoff expansion. His idea goes far beyond simply adding teams. Mullen floated rebuilding college football around eight- or nine-team divisions, a 16-team playoff and even promotion and relegation between levels. Jake Pope and Kenyon Burnett also spoke after Mullen. Pope talked about UNLV embracing the underdog role against NDSU, while Burnett discussed his expanding role as a receiver, how motion helps him identify defensive looks and what it will take to move the football against a disciplined Bison defense that allowed only eight first downs against Wyoming. North Dakota State brings championship expectations, an undefeated record and one of the most experienced program cultures in the Mountain West. UNLV brings a two-game winning streak, its first major Power Four win of the season and another opportunity to prove the response after North Texas was real. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #NDSU #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV vs Cal Postgame: Dan Mullen on Jackson Arnold, Explosive Plays and NDSU Next | 04 oct. 2026 | 00:15:57 | |
UNLV picked up a major home win over Cal, and Dan Mullen’s biggest takeaway afterward was the toughness his team showed when the game turned against it. The Rebels built momentum, watched Cal erase it and take the lead in the second half, then responded instead of letting the game get away. Mullen repeatedly came back to the way UNLV handled the swings of the game, especially with both teams dealing with injuries and the result still coming down to the final possession. A major part of the offensive plan was creating explosive plays against a Cal secondary that Mullen clearly respected. UNLV used shifts, motions and formation changes to hunt favorable one-on-one matchups, while Jackson Arnold also hurt Cal when man coverage turned defenders’ backs and opened running lanes for the quarterback. Arnold also talked about how much more comfortable he feels in the offense after five weeks. Mullen said the growth is showing less in simply knowing the system and more in understanding how to use it, when to take a shot and when the matchup gives him an opportunity to be aggressive. That showed up throughout the game. Even after Cal broke up several early passes and later erased UNLV’s lead, Arnold said his focus was simply moving on to the next play. That became especially important after Cal went ahead in the second half and the Rebels had to regain control offensively. Mullen also praised Corey Dennis for helping create the matchups that produced UNLV’s two long touchdown passes. He described both as complete football plays: protection, route, throw and catch all working against tight coverage rather than relying on a blown assignment. Defensively, the fourth-down stops were enormous. Mullen described those plays as stolen possessions, especially in a game where special teams created extra opportunities for both sides. UNLV had some major positives in that phase, but also mistakes that Mullen knows cannot continue. Now the focus turns to conference play and North Dakota State. Mullen challenged UNLV fans and students to “double down” after the atmosphere against Cal and create an even bigger home-field advantage next week. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #DanMullen #CollegeFootball #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV vs Cal Preview: Can the Rebels Prove Akron Was Real? | 03 oct. 2026 | 00:48:56 | |
UNLV is finally back at Allegiant Stadium, and Saturday against Cal should tell us much more about whether the Rebels actually changed during the bye week. Both teams enter 2-2, and both have spent the last week trying to make life easier on their quarterback. UNLV already went through that process after the 44-6 loss at North Texas and showed real improvement in a 38-10 win over Akron. Cal is doing it now after Clemson held the Bears to 231 yards with no offensive touchdowns. That makes this matchup fascinating. UNLV gets to test the offense it simplified for Jackson Arnold against a much better defense, while Cal gets its first look at whatever Tosh Lupoi, Nick Rolovich and the offensive staff decided to change around JKS. For UNLV, everything starts with Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas. Cal has allowed 191 rushing yards per game, 5.3 yards per carry and nine rushing touchdowns. UCLA ran for 277 yards and six scores. Clemson ran for 255. UNLV is 2-0 when Jet reaches 100 yards and when the team gets over 200 rushing yards. Against Akron, Thomas had 167 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns. This is the matchup UNLV has to attack. If Jet gets going, Cal has to bring Kingston Lopa closer to the line of scrimmage instead of leaving one of the country’s most productive ball-hawking safeties sitting deep against Arnold. That is where the passing game opens up. Taz Reddicks has 191 receiving yards over the last two games and is beginning to emerge as Arnold’s most trusted vertical target. Caden McGee is expected back, while freshmen Vince Carner and Peyton Zachary have earned larger roles because of injuries throughout the receiver room. UNLV suddenly has more answers in the passing game than it did a few weeks ago. The offensive line has another test too. Arnold was not sacked against Akron after taking 11 sacks through the first three games. Austin Boyd remains out, so Griffin Scroggs and the rest of the group have to prove the Akron performance can hold up against a bigger Cal front. On the other side, Cal is trying to simplify things for JKS. Expect quick throws, running backs involved in the passing game, potentially more tight ends over the middle and selected vertical shots instead of asking him to solve everything after the snap. That puts pressure on UNLV’s linebackers. Paul Guenther wants to change pictures before the snap, squeeze the pocket and keep JKS from creating what Dan Mullen calls the “second play” when the original call breaks down. The other major keys are turnovers, red-zone execution, special teams and the third quarter. UNLV cannot pile up 400 yards and come away empty inside the 20 again. It also cannot repeat the poor end-of-half clock management that has already cost scoring opportunities this season. UNLV looked better against Akron. Cal is where we find out how much better. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #CalFootball #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| Did UNLV Actually Fix Its Problems? Breaking Down the 38-10 Win at Akron | 30 sept. 2026 | 00:39:54 | |
UNLV needed a response after the 44-6 loss at North Texas, and the Rebels finally gave us one. The 38-10 win over Akron got UNLV back to 2-2, but the final score does not tell the entire story. Akron moved the ball in the first half, UNLV still committed too many penalties and there are still questions around Jackson Arnold, the intermediate passing game, tackling and Alex Orji’s role. But the Rebels were better. UNLV finished with 493 yards, rushed for 203, averaged 7.8 yards per play, did not turn the ball over and did not allow a sack. The defense intercepted three passes, recorded three sacks and shut Akron out after halftime. More importantly, when something went wrong, UNLV did not allow one bad play to become five. Jackson Arnold finished 17-of-29 for 290 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. His deep passing was excellent, including four completions on six throws of at least 20 yards for 180 yards and two touchdowns. He also handled pressure considerably better than he had earlier in the season. There are still things to watch. Arnold went 3-of-11 on throws between 10 and 19 yards, and his time to throw remained above three seconds. Against Cal, UNLV probably will not be able to live entirely on deep balls. The intermediate game has to become more consistent. Jet Thomas looked like Jet again. He finished with 113 rushing yards on 15 carries, added 54 receiving yards and scored three touchdowns while forcing nine missed tackles. Taz Reddicks also took a major step toward becoming Arnold’s No. 1 receiver, catching four passes for 116 yards and a touchdown while consistently attacking Akron vertically. The third quarter may have been the most encouraging part of the entire game. UNLV entered Saturday having been outscored 34-10 in third quarters this season. Against Akron, the Rebels turned a 14-10 halftime lead into 31-10 with three completely different scoring possessions: an explosive touchdown drive, a long possession ending in a field goal and a touchdown created by a defensive takeaway. Defensively, the final score was cleaner than the first half actually looked, but Paul Guenther’s group adjusted. The pass rush improved, Cam Santee made one of the biggest plays of the game and Akron finished the fourth quarter with negative yardage. So did the bye week fix everything? No. Did UNLV get better? Absolutely. Now Cal comes to Allegiant Stadium, and that matchup will tell us much more about whether the improvements in protection, explosive passing, the running game and the defense can hold up against better competition. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV Basketball First Look: This Is the Team Josh Pastner Wanted | 30 sept. 2026 | 00:27:35 | |
Basketball season is here, and we finally got our first real look at Josh Pastner’s second UNLV team. The biggest takeaway from practice was how closely this roster matches the way Pastner wants UNLV to play. He wants the Runnin’ Rebels to run, pressure the ball for 94 feet, make opponents uncomfortable before they can get into their offense and turn rebounds and turnovers into transition opportunities. Terrance Ford Jr. said he was recruited with the expectation that he would pick up opposing point guards full court. Freshman Kota Suttle Jr. is doing the same thing to him in practice. Sebastian Mack gives UNLV a downhill scorer, Dontrez Williams can defend and create transition chances, MJ Thomas rebounds at a high level, and Tyrin Jones remains the rim protector in the frontcourt. Jones is one of the biggest stories entering the season. He revealed that he played last year after tearing his labrum and dislocating his shoulder in August 2025 before having surgery in April. He is scheduled to return to contact Oct. 1. After averaging nearly 12 points, five rebounds and a Mountain West-best 2.2 blocks while playing hurt, a healthy Jones could make a major difference. His jumper is worth watching too. Jones spent much of rehab working on his shot and made several threes during the open portion of practice. I am not turning him into a stretch five after one practice, but if defenders have to respect him outside the paint, Ford and Mack get more room to attack. There are still questions. Tyler Harris is working back from an MCL injury. Issac Williamson is dealing with a hamstring issue. AJ Storr remains ineligible but can practice, and his status could significantly change the starting lineup. Without Storr, my projected starting five is Terrance Ford Jr., Sebastian Mack, Dontrez Williams, MJ Thomas and Tyrin Jones. Williamson should have an important bench role when healthy, Jeremy Foumena should be the first true big off the bench, and Harris gives UNLV another bigger shooting wing. Cam Miles, Moustapha Loum, Kota Suttle Jr. and Jackson Kiss give Pastner more options deeper in the rotation. That is why the three exhibitions matter. UNLV gets Utah, BYU and Missouri before opening the regular season against Northern Arizona. Pastner did not schedule three easy games. He wants this team tested before November. The identity is clear: UNLV wants to speed teams up, pressure the ball and run before the defense gets set. The question is what happens when an opponent takes that away and forces the Rebels to execute in the half court. Full 2026-27 UNLV basketball season preview: More UNLV basketball coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. #UNLVMBB #UNLVBasketball #UNLV #MountainWest #CollegeBasketball | |||
| Dan Mullen Weekly Presser: Cal Preview, Austin Boyd Update, Jackson Arnold and Tre Fulton | 29 sept. 2026 | 00:40:04 | |
TITLE Dan Mullen Weekly Presser: Cal Preview, Austin Boyd Update, Jackson Arnold and Tre Fulton DESCRIPTION Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold, Tre Fulton and Jackson Brown met with the media after UNLV’s 38-10 win at Akron and ahead of the Rebels’ home matchup against Cal. Mullen opened by discussing the opportunity for UNLV to bring a Power Four opponent to Allegiant Stadium and the challenge presented by Cal on both sides of the ball. He broke down quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele’s arm talent, quick release and ability to extend plays when the original call breaks down, along with the size and talent UNLV will see from Cal’s defense. Mullen also provided injury updates for the Rebels. DeAngelo Irvin Jr. remains out and is expected to miss additional time, while Jaylon Glover will also be unavailable against Cal. Kayden McGee and Amorion Walker are expected back. Mullen also said Austin Boyd is well ahead of his original recovery timeline after the Rebels initially feared his injury could cost him the season. The press conference went deeper into what changed for UNLV against Akron after the 44-6 loss at North Texas. Mullen discussed the seven-turnover swing between the two games, better gap discipline on defense, UNLV’s second-half adjustments after Akron recorded 15 first downs before halftime and the effort that prevented several explosive plays from becoming touchdowns. Offensively, Mullen explained why Jackson Arnold going unsacked at Akron was about more than the offensive line. He discussed Arnold getting the ball out, protection responsibilities, running back pickups and the line giving deeper routes enough time to develop. He also explained how UNLV finally hitting explosive passes downfield forced Akron to stop crowding the line of scrimmage and opened up throws underneath. Mullen discussed Cam Santee earning Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week, Tre Fulton being named UNLV’s defensive player of the game, the competition at punter between Matt Choules and Ethan Schwartz and whether the Rebels are getting closer to establishing an offensive identity. Brown, Fulton and Arnold followed Mullen during the player portion of the availability. Brown discussed his connection to Cal and his progression on the offensive line. Fulton talked about his sack against Akron, UNLV’s three-interception performance, the defensive response after North Texas and the second-half adjustments that helped shut Akron down. Arnold discussed UNLV’s red-zone execution, Jai’Den Thomas’ impact on the offense and what the Rebels have to carry forward into Cal week. Tap in for the full UNLV football media availability ahead of Saturday’s matchup with Cal at Allegiant Stadium. Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV vs Akron Preview: The Bye Week Is Over. Show Us Something. | 26 sept. 2026 | 00:25:33 | |
UNLV has spent two weeks talking about what went wrong against North Texas. Now the bye week is over, and none of the explanations matter anymore. The Rebels are 1-2 heading into Saturday’s game at Akron, and Dan Mullen has talked about toughness, fundamentals, communication, tackling, receiver blocking, getting players into better roles, making Jackson Arnold more comfortable and finding a bigger role for Alex Orji. That is all fine. Now UNLV has to show it on the field. Akron is not a team UNLV should lose to, but this is also not a matchup the Rebels can sleepwalk through. Joe Moorhead’s offense is built around quick throws, RPOs, screens and getting the ball into space, which makes tackling one of the biggest issues in this game after UNLV missed 29 tackles against North Texas. Jordan Gant gives Akron a legitimate running back, Sean Patrick can create problems in space, and the quarterback situation between Sebastian Broughton and Brayden Roggow changes how UNLV has to defend the offense. Pasted text On the other side, this has to be the game where UNLV’s offense starts looking functional again. Akron has generated only two sacks through three games, while UNLV has allowed 11. If Jackson Arnold is still running for his life against this defense, the conversation gets much bigger than one bad afternoon in Denton. The same goes for the red zone. UNLV has moved the ball at times this season and then repeatedly found ways to destroy its own drives inside the 20. Missed protections, sacks, penalties, turnovers and mistakes have turned scoring opportunities into nothing. Against Akron, getting into the red zone has to result in touchdowns. Pasted text I also want to see Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas create explosive plays again, the receivers block well enough to turn six-yard gains into 20-yard gains, and Alex Orji actually have a real role if the coaching staff truly believes he can help. Arnold can remain the starter while Orji still has a package. Those are two completely different conversations. Pasted text Most importantly, UNLV needs to look organized again. Start clean. Protect Arnold. Get Jet going. Use Orji if you intend to use him. Tackle the first guy. Finish red-zone drives. Win the third quarter. And when one bad play happens, do not allow it to become five bad plays. The CFP conversation is over. The Mountain West race is not. UNLV has been to three straight conference championship games, and the standard now has to be more than simply getting back there. Akron and Cal will not decide the Mountain West standings, but they will tell us whether this team is actually capable of competing for the championship when conference play takes over the schedule. Pasted text UNLV and Akron kick off Saturday at 9 a.m. Pacific. More UNLV coverage: YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Shop Vegas Varsity: Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. A portion of purchases using SSM10 helps support The Scarlet Standard’s travel and independent UNLV coverage. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #AkronFootball #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| Can Dan Mullen Turn This Around? Predicting UNLV’s Final 9 Games | 21 sept. 2026 | 00:39:13 | |
UNLV entered the season talking about a College Football Playoff run. Three games later, the Rebels are 1-2, coming off a 44-6 loss at North Texas, and the conversation around this team has completely changed. Jason W. Kelly from the Let’s Run Podcast joins me for Part 2 of our conversation to figure out what the rest of the 2026 season can realistically become. We go game by game through every matchup left on UNLV’s schedule, set a floor and a ceiling for Dan Mullen’s team, and try to determine what should now qualify as a successful season. We both believe UNLV should beat Akron coming out of the bye, but the bigger question is what the Rebels actually look like doing it. Does Jackson Arnold finally put together a complete game? Does Corey Dennis get the offense moving? Does Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas start producing the explosive plays this team expected from him? And does UNLV finally look like the Mountain West contender it expected to be before the season started? From there, the schedule gets much more interesting. We both currently have Cal as a loss, although neither of us believes that game is unwinnable. Then North Dakota State comes to Allegiant Stadium, and that matchup ends up becoming the most important part of the entire conversation. Jason thinks North Dakota State beats UNLV. I think the Rebels find a way to win it. That one disagreement changes almost everything about how we see the second half of the season. We also have very different views on the trip to Air Force before working through Northern Illinois, Wyoming, New Mexico, San Jose State and the regular-season finale against Nevada. By the end of the exercise, Jason has UNLV finishing 6-6, while I land at 8-4. My ceiling for the Rebels is 9-3, with a floor of 4-8. Jason sees an 8-4 ceiling and a 5-7 floor. The CFP path may be gone, but UNLV still has a Mountain West championship to play for. The question now is whether the next few weeks reveal a team that can still contend for it or one whose season is headed in a completely different direction. Jason W. Kelly covers UNLV and hosts the Let’s Run Podcast. You can follow him on X at @jasonkredline and subscribe to his YouTube channel here: Jason on X: x.com/jasonkredline Follow The Scarlet Standard for more UNLV football and basketball coverage: Website: the-scarlet-standard.com This episode is also brought to you by Vegas Varsity. Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off your order. A portion of every order using the code goes back toward helping The Scarlet Standard travel and cover UNLV. #UNLVFB #UNLVFootball #MountainWest #CollegeFootball | |||
| UNLV Bye Week: Mullen Wants More Edge From the Rebels | 17 sept. 2026 | 00:12:47 | |
Dan Mullen met with the media during UNLV’s bye week and addressed what the Rebels need to fix after their 1-2 start. Mullen said UNLV needs to develop more toughness and an edge while continuing to improve its fundamentals. The Rebels are using the bye week to focus on turnovers, tackling, individual technique and the consistency that disappeared during the 44-6 loss at North Texas. Mullen also discussed UNLV’s offense and quarterback situation. He said the staff is still learning what Jackson Arnold is most comfortable running and emphasized that the offense needs to put Arnold and the rest of the unit in better situations to succeed. Alex Orji could also become a larger part of the offense. Mullen said Orji does some things well and that he would like to get him on the field more, but UNLV first needs to establish better offensive flow so those packages can become part of the game plan. The conversation also covered UNLV’s receivers, the need to win one-on-one matchups and block better on the perimeter, the Rebels’ difficult travel schedule and how injuries could create opportunities for younger players. Mullen said UNLV counted 29 missed tackles against North Texas after having fewer than that combined over the first two games, another example of the inconsistency the Rebels are trying to eliminate before returning against Akron. #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV’s CFP Dream Is Gone, But the Mountain West Goal Is Still Alive | 17 sept. 2026 | 00:54:25 | |
Has Dan Mullen already failed at UNLV? After a 1-2 start and a 44-6 loss at North Texas, that question has started following the Rebels into their bye week. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper explains why the answer is no, but also why “it’s only been three games” cannot excuse everything. UNLV entered the season expecting to compete for the Mountain West championship and push into the College Football Playoff conversation. Those expectations came from a program that had reached three straight conference championship games, won 10 games in Mullen’s first season and openly talked all offseason about taking the next step. The CFP conversation has nearly disappeared. The Mountain West goal has not. Mike breaks down what success should look like now, why a 9-3 season with a Mountain West championship would still be a success and why another title-game appearance without winning it would create a more complicated evaluation. The episode also covers Corey Dennis, UNLV’s lack of offensive identity, Jackson Arnold’s development, the offensive line, Alex Orji’s unclear role, situational football, the 29 missed tackles against North Texas, Paul Guenther’s defense and Mullen calling the Rebels mentally soft. 00:00 - Has Dan Mullen Already Failed at UNLV? Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Postgame Reaction: UNLV Embarrassed at North Texas | 13 sept. 2026 | 00:45:42 | |
UNLV went to Denton and got embarrassed. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper reacts to North Texas’ 44-6 win over UNLV and why this was easily the Rebels’ worst performance of the season. The episode starts with Dan Mullen’s halftime comments on the UNLV radio broadcast, where he called the Rebels mentally soft after a sloppy first half filled with turnovers, missed assignments and failed chances. Mike breaks down why that word will hang over the program during the bye week and why Mullen does not get to stand outside the problem if that is his diagnosis of the team. UNLV turned the ball over four times, failed to reach the end zone, went 0-for-3 in the red zone and left multiple scoring chances on the field. North Texas, meanwhile, scored on eight of its 12 possessions and turned six red-zone trips into 34 points. Mike also goes deep on Corey Dennis’ play calling, the lack of offensive rhythm, the failed fourth-and-goal sequence before halftime, the continued questions about Alex Orji’s short-yardage role and why UNLV’s offense has become too fragile to survive one negative play. Defensively, the Rebels survived terrible field position early, but eventually got gashed and gassed. North Texas finished with 18 explosive plays for 354 yards, repeatedly erased long-yardage situations and dominated the third quarter. 00:00 - UNLV Embarrassed at North Texas Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV-North Texas Preview: Jackson Arnold’s Homecoming, Jet Thomas and the Rebels’ Road Test | 12 sept. 2026 | 00:27:28 | |
UNLV-North Texas is here. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper puts together the full pregame show after a week of coverage on the Rebels and Mean Green. UNLV enters 1-1 after responding to the Memphis loss with a 21-6 win at Hawaii. North Texas enters 0-1 after a 52-16 loss to Indiana, but the final score did not tell the full story. The Mean Green outgained Indiana, ran 21 more offensive plays, had one more first down and held the ball for more than 37 minutes. Mike breaks down why this matchup is more dangerous than the score suggests, how Neil Brown rebuilt North Texas with 70 newcomers and no returning starters, and why this roster is still filled with experienced players. The show looks at UNLV’s offensive structure after Hawaii, including the heavier 12 and 13 personnel packages, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas’ workload, Jackson Arnold’s running threat, Kenyon Burnett’s role at tight end and the need for UNLV’s receivers to win against a North Texas secondary dealing with injuries. Mike also goes into the offensive line without Austin Boyd, Griffin Scroggs and BJ Tolo at center, Matt Powledge’s aggressive 4-2-5 defense, Jaheim White, Tavian Jackson, North Texas’ short passing game, kickoff coverage issues and Jackson Arnold returning home to Denton. 00:00 - UNLV-North Texas Pregame Show Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Dan Mullen Weekly Presser: Boyd Injury Update, Tre Fulton, Jackson Arnold and North Texas Preview | 07 sept. 2026 | 00:16:48 | |
Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Tre Fulton met with the media after UNLV’s 21-6 win at Hawaii and ahead of the Rebels’ road matchup against North Texas. Mullen discussed the short turnaround after the Honolulu trip, the importance of winning a rivalry game, UNLV’s defensive improvement, the plan against Hawaii’s passing attack and why the Rebels were able to limit explosive plays after the Memphis loss. He also broke down the offensive line rotation, the run-game success against Hawaii, Jackson Arnold’s comfort level, what the wide receivers still need to improve beyond catching the ball and why perimeter blocking remains a major point of emphasis. Mullen also previewed North Texas, explaining the challenge of preparing for another opponent with major roster turnover, new faces and limited film. He said the Mean Green showed their talent by hanging with Indiana before the game got away late. The press conference also included Tre Fulton earning Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week, Fulton’s growth into a starting role, Austin Boyd’s status and Griffin Scroggs and BJ Tolo stepping in at center. Arnold discussed the difference between the Memphis and Hawaii pressure looks, why staying ahead of the chains helped the offensive line, his comfort in the offense and the role of UNLV’s tight ends. Fulton discussed his development, the Hawaii game plan and the challenge of preparing for North Texas. 00:00 - Dan Mullen Opening Thoughts Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV Responds at Hawaii: Paul Guenther’s Defense, Jet Thomas and Jackson Arnold Lead Road Win | 07 sept. 2026 | 02:09:40 | |
UNLV needed a response after the Memphis loss, and the Rebels got one in Honolulu. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper and Michael Matsumoto break down UNLV’s 21-6 win over Hawaii, the Rebels’ move to 1-1 overall and 1-0 in Mountain West play, and why the final score only tells part of what changed. The show covers Austin Boyd’s absence, Jackson Arnold throwing only 18 passes after attempting 38 against Memphis, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas getting 20 carries and finishing with 143 yards, and Paul Guenther’s defense keeping Hawaii out of the end zone. Michael Lasquero from Hawaii Sports Radio joins to give the Hawaii perspective from the sideline, including Micah Alejado’s rough night, Hawaii’s offensive line issues, missed red-zone chances, the overturned touchdown, the no-targeting call, Timmy Chang’s offense and what Hawaii has to fix after starting 0-2. Mike and Michael also discuss Griffin Scroggs stepping in at center, BJ Tolo and Will Thomas playing only six snaps, Jackson Arnold’s rushing role, Kenyon Burnett and the tight end usage, Corey Dennis’ play calling, Tre Fulton’s complete game, Khalel Togafau’s breakout and where UNLV belongs in the Mountain West race. 00:00 - UNLV-Hawaii Recap Follow Michael Lasquero: Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV-Hawaii Preview: Jackson Arnold, Micah Alejado, Austin Boyd Injury and Golden Pineapple Stakes | 04 sept. 2026 | 01:08:58 | |
Rebel Daily Drive previews UNLV’s road matchup against Hawaii after the Rebels’ 27-21 Week 0 loss to Memphis. Mike Cooper opens the show by resetting where UNLV stands after the Memphis loss, why the College Football Playoff path got harder but is not dead, and why winning the Mountain West remains the main goal. He also breaks down the biggest issues from Week 0, including red zone execution, Austin Boyd’s injury, six second-half sacks, offensive line concerns, explosive plays allowed and the need to get Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas more involved. Michael Lasquero from Hawaii Sports Radio joins the show to preview Hawaii, Micah Alejado, Timmy Chang’s offense, the run-and-shoot, the Bishop Gorman-to-Hawaii pipeline, Pofele Ashlock’s status, Hawaii’s receivers, Devon Rice, Jamai Otis, the Rainbow Warriors’ defensive front and the environment at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. The episode also covers why Hawaii presents a different test than Memphis, how UNLV can attack Hawaii’s secondary, how Hawaii can pressure UNLV’s defense, what Jackson Arnold needs to do in his second start and why the Golden Pineapple rivalry game could matter in the Mountain West title race. 00:00 - Memphis Loss Reset and UNLV-Hawaii Preview Follow Michael Lasquero: Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ | |||
| UNLV-Memphis Recap: Jackson Arnold Shines, Red Zone Misses Cost Rebels in Week 0 | 01 sept. 2026 | 00:34:11 | |
Mike Cooper recaps UNLV’s 27-21 Week 0 loss to Memphis on Rebel Daily Drive. The Rebels had chances to win at Allegiant Stadium, but red zone misses, a missed field goal before halftime, fourth-quarter pressure and explosive plays allowed gave Memphis enough room to leave Las Vegas with the win. Jackson Arnold’s UNLV debut was one of the biggest positives. Arnold threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns, added a rushing score and helped the Rebels move the ball for most of the night. He hit DeAngelo Irvin Jr. on a big third-down throw, found Tavian McNair for a touchdown and later connected with Kayden McGee after a 54-yard run. The episode also gets into Jai’Den Thomas’ role, Alex Orji’s one-snap appearance, the offensive line’s second-half issues, Austin Boyd’s injury, Memphis’ six sacks, the fourth-down decision in the red zone and why UNLV’s defense was solid for stretches but still hurt by explosive plays. Cooper closes with perspective for UNLV fans after one game. The season is not over. The College Football Playoff conversation took a hit, but the bigger goal remains winning the Mountain West, hosting the conference title game and proving UNLV can finish the job. 00:00 - UNLV-Memphis Recap Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Jake Pope React After UNLV’s Week 0 Loss to Memphis | 30 août 2026 | 00:12:52 | |
Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Jake Pope spoke with the media after UNLV’s Week 0 loss to Memphis at Allegiant Stadium. Mullen said the game came down to red zone scoring after UNLV came up empty on multiple chances, including two failed fourth downs and a missed field goal. He credited Memphis for playing a hard-fought game but said the Rebels need to take big steps forward with new faces and become more consistent. Arnold discussed his first game in a UNLV uniform, the offense’s rhythm in the open field and the frustration of not finishing drives. Mullen said Arnold made quick reads, got the ball out, made good decisions and handled his first game in the offense well. Pope discussed the defense’s energy, the explosives UNLV allowed and the need to clean up tackling and deep-ball mistakes. Mullen also talked about the fourth-down decision in the red zone, Memphis’ fourth-quarter pressure, Austin Boyd’s injury, BJ coming in at center and why the Rebels have to find ways to win close games. Mullen closed by thanking UNLV fans for the atmosphere and joking that the crowd should be loud on defense and quieter when the Rebels have the ball. 00:00 - Mullen on the Memphis Loss and Red Zone Issues Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| UNLV-Memphis Game Day Preview: Jackson Arnold, Jet Thomas, Defensive Questions and CFP Stakes | 29 août 2026 | 00:50:10 | |
Rebel Daily Drive previews UNLV’s Week 0 opener against Memphis as game day arrives in Las Vegas. Mike Matsumoto is joined by Mike Cooper and Matt to break down Jackson Arnold being named the starter, how Alex Orji could still factor into Dan Mullen’s offense, and why Jai’Den Thomas, Jaylon Glover and the offensive line could define the Rebels’ approach. The crew also looks at UNLV’s wide receiver room, including Taeshaun Lyons, Vincent Carner, Taz Reddicks, Peyton Zachary, DeAngelo Irvin Jr. and Kayden McGee, along with the different matchup options the Rebels can use without one clear Ricky White-type alpha. On the Memphis side, the discussion focuses on Charles Huff’s rebuilt roster, Marcus Stokes at quarterback, Dallan Hayden in the backfield, Hunter Tipton at tight end, Jamon Tapp and Mike Montgomery on defense, and how much continuity Memphis still has despite major roster turnover. The episode also gets into Cohen Fuller being ruled ineligible, the impact of losing Fuller, Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman, and which young defensive players could step forward for Paul Guenther’s defense. The show closes with final score predictions, season expectations, Mountain West championship talk, the College Football Playoff ceiling and a call for UNLV fans to create a real game-day environment at Allegiant Stadium. 00:00 - UNLV-Memphis Preview Follow The Scarlet Standard: Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Former UNLV WR Ed Gentry Joins Rebel Daily Drive to Break Down Fall Camp | 20 août 2026 | 00:21:02 | |
Mike Matsumoto filled in for Mike Cooper on Rebel Daily Drive and was joined by new Scarlet Standard contributor Ed Gentry, a former UNLV wide receiver, to break down what he saw during the final stretch of UNLV fall camp. Gentry discussed the Rebels’ wide receiver room, the bounce-back he saw after a rough first practice, Taeshaun Lyons’ leadership and why he views Lyons as the top receiver in the group right now. He also broke down what makes Vincent Carner intriguing as a route runner and why Peyton Zachary has stood out despite being undersized. The conversation also turned to UNLV’s defensive backs, where Gentry pointed to Mumu Bin-Wahad as the tone-setter for the group. He explained what makes a good defensive back, including versatility, balance, acceleration, anticipation and strong hands, while also discussing the physical edge he saw from the secondary. Matsumoto and Gentry also talked through the quarterback battle between Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji. Gentry praised Arnold’s catchable ball, timing and arm talent, while pointing to Orji’s leadership, voice and command of the huddle as his biggest strengths. The show closed with observations on UNLV’s interior defensive line, the growth of the program, Gentry reconnecting with former teammate Hunky Cooper, the Rebels’ 30 wins over the last three seasons and why NIL support remains one of the biggest issues facing UNLV football. Tap in for the full Rebel Daily Drive fall camp breakdown. 00:00 - Mike Matsumoto Introduces Ed Gentry Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Mitch Singler Explains UNLV’s Special Teams Plan, Field Position and Return Game | 17 août 2026 | 00:19:51 | |
Ramon Villela, Matt Choules and Mitch Singler spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Villela discussed his offseason focus as a kicker, improving his leg strength, becoming more consistent from 30 yards and beyond, learning from former UNLV specialists and working on kickoffs. He also talked about the operation with Matt Choules and Tyson Jacobson, what Singler has brought as special teams coordinator and how involved Dan Mullen has been with the unit. Choules discussed his first time punting indoors at the Raiders facility, adjusting to Las Vegas, growing up in Australia, playing Aussie rules football, training through ProKick, transferring from Kennesaw State and why Mullen’s hands-on approach with punters helped sell him on UNLV. He also talked about Cam Brown, working with Raiders punter AJ Cole and what he wants to prove in his first college football season. Singler discussed his collaboration with Mullen, how special teams fits into the larger offense-defense field-position picture, Jai’Den Thomas’ value as a returner, the Australian punting pipeline, the process of finding Choules and Jacobson, limiting penalties on returns and how UNLV will decide who earns special teams roles. Tap in for the full UNLV special teams media availability. 00:00 - Ramon Villela on Kicking, Consistency and Mullen’s Special Teams Role Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Dan Mullen Talks UNLV Situational Football, Memphis Prep, QB Transition and Bucket Hat Debate | 17 août 2026 | 00:08:36 | |
Dan Mullen spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue building toward the season opener against Memphis. Mullen discussed the Rebels’ work on special teams, two-minute situations and late-game scenarios, saying those situations may not matter until they become the most important plays of the game. He also talked about evaluating which players are ready for game reps, how UNLV is building depth and why established players like Jai’Den Thomas do not need to prove as much as younger players still fighting for roles. Mullen also discussed the adjustment from facing UNLV’s own offense and defense every day to preparing for Memphis, a team with a new coaching staff, a new-look roster and an unsettled quarterback situation. He said UNLV has already studied both Memphis quarterbacks but that much of Week 1 preparation still has to center on the Rebels themselves. The conversation also covered quarterback development, why Mullen is hard to please when evaluating the position, the transition from base installations to a Memphis-specific game plan, situational awareness for wide receivers, DeAngelo Irvin Jr. and Taz Reddicks getting the ball in space, how many receivers UNLV could play early and whether Mullen’s bucket hat could make a game-day appearance. Tap in for the full UNLV practice media availability. 00:00 - Dan Mullen on Situational Football Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Akeem Davis, Avery Helm and Quandarius Keyes Talk UNLV DBs, Finishing and Welch’s Return | 13 août 2026 | 00:16:50 | |
Akeem Davis, Avery Helm and Quandarius Keyes spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Davis discussed how the cornerback room is coming together, why experience matters in year two of the defense and why “finish” has become a major emphasis for the Rebels. He also talked about cutting down explosive plays, the chip UNLV is carrying after reaching the championship game, the competition created by Dan Mullen’s offense, the growth of the receivers and tight ends, and the leadership inside the defensive back room. Helm discussed his path back to Mullen after starting for him at Florida, transferring to TCU and eventually reaching out through Instagram after entering the portal. He also talked about coming back from multiple injuries, finally feeling healthy, getting his “flame” back, his relationship with his mom, his speed background, his leadership style and why he feels ready to play now. Keyes discussed the cornerback room, feeling more comfortable in Paul Guenther’s defense, why the secondary feels more prepared in year two, the group’s preparation for Memphis, the receivers he faces every day, the value of practicing against Mullen’s offense and what Laterrance Welch adds after returning to the secondary. Tap in for the full UNLV defensive backs media availability. 00:00 - Akeem Davis on UNLV’s Cornerbacks Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Louie Addazio, Austin Boyd and Jackson Brown Talk UNLV Offensive Line and “The Room” | 12 août 2026 | 00:16:43 | |
Louie Addazio, Austin Boyd and Jackson Brown spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Addazio discussed the offensive line’s progress, the mix of veterans and young players in the room, the importance of versatility and why UNLV is still working through combinations up front. He also talked about Will Thomas taking reps at right tackle, Alakai Afoa’s growth, Joe Metzger’s versatility, Austin Boyd’s leadership at center and why the line has built its identity around “the room.” Boyd discussed his transition to center, becoming the quarterback of the offensive line, building chemistry with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, the leadership conversation he had with Orji, Addazio’s intense coaching style and why UNLV’s offensive line believes it has to carry the offense. Brown discussed transferring to UNLV, his connection with Addazio, adapting to the Rebels’ offense, playing both tackle spots, the competition up front, the responsibility the line has with a quarterback battle ongoing, and what he has seen from Arnold and Orji. He also talked about the freshmen in the room, continuity up front and why the group has bought into Addazio’s coaching style Tap in for the full UNLV offensive line media availability 00:00 - Louie Addazio on UNLV’s Offensive Line Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Kap Dede, Jake Pope and Tre Fulton Talk UNLV Secondary, Leadership and Camp Growth | 11 août 2026 | 00:15:02 | |
Kap Dede, Jake Pope and Tre Fulton spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Dede discussed how the secondary is coming together, the leadership from Jake Pope, Tre Fulton and Mumu Bin-Wahad, and why communication is such a major focus for the back end of UNLV’s defense. He also talked about Bin-Wahad’s flexibility at corner and nickel, Laterrance Welch’s return, the importance of older players helping younger players on the sideline, block destruction drills, takeaways, tackling and playing aggressive without drawing penalties. Pope talked about the secondary’s progress, the defense becoming more disciplined, the value of having a dedicated safeties coach, Welch’s return, playing closer to the line of scrimmage in certain calls and why UNLV expects to play with a more ferocious identity this season. Fulton discussed returning to UNLV, his comfort level in Paul Guenther’s defense, working with Dede, the leadership from Pope and Bin-Wahad, adding weight, improving communication, the growth of the wide receivers and why freshman Darian Lewis has stood out during camp. Tap in for the full UNLV secondary media availability. 00:00 - Kap Dede on UNLV’s Secondary Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Dan Mullen, Paul Guenther Talk UNLV QB Battle, Eligibility Returns and Defensive Front | 10 août 2026 | 00:11:47 | |
Dan Mullen and Paul Guenther spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Mullen discussed the Rebels’ latest scrimmage, the work still needed between the quarterbacks and wide receivers, Alex Orji’s progress as a passer now that he is healthy, and why UNLV still has not named a starting quarterback. Mullen said both quarterbacks could play if both can help the Rebels win games. Mullen also addressed the return of experienced players, including Cohen Fuller, Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman. He said the players are available, ready to go and able to pick things up quickly because of their experience in the defense. Guenther discussed UNLV’s defensive growth entering year two in the system, the importance of Fuller and Lucas Conti inside, the depth on the defensive line, young players pushing for roles and how additions to the defensive staff have helped the Rebels organize the front seven and back end. Tap in for the full UNLV practice media availability. 00:00 - Dan Mullen on UNLV’s Scrimmage Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #DanMullen | |||
| Jaylon Glover, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas and Adrian Mayes Talk UNLV Running Backs | 07 août 2026 | 00:13:16 | |
Jaylon Glover, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas and UNLV running backs coach Adrian Mayes spoke with the media after practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Glover talked about his “Sonic and Knuckles” partnership with Jet Thomas, how the two backs push each other, why learning the offense has helped him play faster and why he gave himself a C for last season after battling through an ankle injury. Thomas discussed the running back room’s depth, his chemistry with Glover, the group’s “erasers” mentality, special teams, kickoff return work, pass protection, adding weight and why he is focused on proving himself this season. Mayes closed by discussing the competition in the room, how Thomas, Glover and DJ Jones all bring different styles, what Thomas needs to show to become an NFL back, the importance of pass protection and why the running backs call themselves “mechanics” because they fix problems when things break down. Tap in for the full UNLV running backs media availability. 00:00 - Jaylon Glover on Playing With Jet Thomas Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest | |||
| Lucas Conti, Cohen Fuller and Ricky Logo Talk UNLV Defensive Line | 05 août 2026 | 00:11:44 | |
Lucas Conti, Cohen Fuller and defensive line coach Ricky Logo spoke with the media after UNLV practice today as the Rebels continue fall camp. Conti talked about playing next to Fuller, the defensive line’s growth from spring to fall camp, improved communication and the group becoming more physical up front. Fuller discussed the stress of his eligibility process, what it meant to be cleared, the leadership role he wants to take on and how younger defensive linemen like Poe Purcell, Eli Logo, Jordan Covington and the “Moes” are developing. Logo closed the media scrum by discussing Fuller’s return, the value of having Fuller and Conti leading the defensive front, UNLV’s edge options, KL’s development, communication with the linebackers and what the defensive line still needs to clean up before the season. Tap in for the full media scrum from UNLV practice. 00:00 - Lucas Conti on Cohen Fuller Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #UNLV | |||
| UNLV Fall Camp Update: QB Battle, Eligibility Returns and Position Battles | 05 août 2026 | 01:18:56 | |
UNLV fall camp is underway, and the Rebels have several major questions to sort through before the 2026 season. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper and Michael Matsumoto break down what they have seen through the first six practices of fall camp, including the quarterback competition between Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, why the battle is still open, how Derek Garcia and Sebastian Circo fit into the room, and why Dan Mullen may not rush to name a starter before the Memphis opener. The guys also dive into the latest eligibility situation and what it could mean for UNLV football and basketball. Cohen Fuller is back on the roster and practicing, while Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman could still become major defensive additions if the compliance path opens. On the basketball side, Kimani Hamilton and Al Green remain names to watch as the class-of-2022 eligibility ruling continues to create questions across college athletics. The episode also covers UNLV’s running back depth with Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas, Jaylon Glover, Cameron Williams and Darrien Jones; the wide receiver room led by Taeshaun Lyons; the tight end competition with Kenyon Burnett, Valtteri Jefferson and Matt Byrnes; offensive line movement; local walk-ons; and why Paul Guenther’s defense looks more comfortable entering year two in the system. Tap in for the latest Rebel Daily Drive from UNLV fall camp. 00:00 - Rebel Daily Drive Returns Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #RebelDailyDrive #UNLVFB | |||
| Josh Pastner’s UNLV “For Sale” Pitch, NCAA Eligibility Ruling & Possible Returns | 04 août 2026 | 00:41:32 | |
UNLV basketball is not for sale, but Josh Pastner’s $10 million NIL pitch put the Runnin’ Rebels in the national conversation. On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper breaks down Pastner’s “owner” comments, UNLV basketball’s social media campaign, why the university had to clarify that the program is not actually for sale, and what Pastner was really trying to say about NIL, donor support and the cost of competing in modern college basketball. The episode also covers the latest NCAA eligibility ruling tied to the class of 2022 and what it could mean for UNLV. Dan Mullen confirmed the Rebels will look into possible returns for Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman, while Kimani Hamilton could become a major basketball storyline if the ruling creates a path for another season. Mike also discusses Cohen Fuller’s eligibility situation, how Welch and Spellman would impact UNLV football, what Hamilton would mean for Josh Pastner’s roster, and why all of this still depends on compliance review, roster limits and the details of each player’s situation. Tap in for the latest Rebel Daily Drive. 00:00 - UNLV Fall Camp, Pastner’s Pitch and Eligibility News Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVMBB #UNLVFootball #RebelDailyDrive | |||
| Justin Flowe Embraces Edge Role as Dan Mullen Updates UNLV Fall Camp | 03 août 2026 | 00:13:35 | |
Justin Flowe and Dan Mullen spoke after UNLV fall camp as the Rebels continue building toward the 2026 season. Flowe discussed his move from linebacker to the Jack/edge role, why he believes the position fits him, his decision to return to UNLV, his seventh year in college football and the motivation he is carrying into the season. He also talked about putting everything into football, learning from coaches like Mullen and Dan Lanning, and wanting to finish his college career the right way. Mullen discussed UNLV’s practice schedule, adjusting to the extreme Las Vegas heat, the quarterback competition, eligibility questions, the impact of the five-for-five rule, Flowe’s effort and character, and why the Rebels are ahead defensively compared to this point last year. Tap in for the latest from UNLV fall camp. 00:00 - Justin Flowe on Moving to Edge Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #JustinFlowe #DanMullen | |||
| UNLV WR Room Takes Shape: Taeshaun Lyons, Del Alexander on Fall Camp and QB Chemistry | 31 juil. 2026 | 00:08:50 | |
UNLV wide receivers coach Del Alexander and wide receiver Taeshaun Lyons discuss the Rebels’ receiver room, fall camp progress and the competition to earn major roles in Dan Mullen’s offense. Alexander talks about consistency, route detail, pre-snap anticipation and what UNLV’s receivers need to show after losing a veteran-heavy group from last season. Lyons discusses becoming a leader in the room, adding weight, building chemistry with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, working with younger receivers and what the Rebels’ defensive backs are showing early in camp. The conversation also covers UNLV’s unproven but talented receiver group, the challenge of growing alongside new quarterbacks, the five-for-five eligibility rule and why Lyons believes the trust between the quarterbacks and receivers is already growing. Tap in for the latest from UNLV fall camp. Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #TaeshaunLyons #DelAlexander #DanMullen #JacksonArnold #AlexOrji #MountainWest #CollegeFootball #RebelDailyDrive #TheScarletStandard | |||
| Rebel Daily Drive 7.16.2026 | Mountain West Media Days Interview with UNLV Head Coach Dan Mullen | 17 juil. 2026 | 00:16:32 | |
UNLV head coach Dan Mullen joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas. Mullen talks about the excitement around UNLV football, the program’s new championship standard, the Rebels’ challenging non-conference schedule, Jai’Den Thomas’ role in the offense, Jaylon Glover and the running back room, the quarterback competition with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, portal recruiting, NIL, defensive staff changes, early-season tests against Memphis and North Texas, and what it means for UNLV to be positioned as one of the faces of the new-look Mountain West. Tap in for the full interview from Mountain West Football Media Days. 00:00 - Dan Mullen Joins Rebel Daily Drive Follow The Scarlet Standard: #UNLVFootball #DanMullen #MountainWest #MWFB #CollegeFootball #JacksonArnold #JaiDenThomas #UNLV #CFP #FootballMediaDays #TheScarletStandard | |||
| Rebel Daily Drive 7.16.2026 | Mountain West Media Days Interview with UNM Head Coach Jason Eck | 17 juil. 2026 | 00:12:17 | |
New Mexico head coach Jason Eck joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas. Eck talks about New Mexico’s breakout season, the growing UNLV-New Mexico matchup, how success has changed recruiting, the five-for-five rule, NIL and roster value, Mountain West scheduling, Jack Layne’s development, New Mexico’s player development model, tight ends to watch, and what former UNLV wide receiver Troy Omeire can bring to the Lobos’ offense. Tap in for the full interview from Mountain West Football Media Days. 00:00 - Jason Eck Joins Rebel Daily Drive Follow The Scarlet Standard: #NewMexicoFootball #UNMFootball #JasonEck #MountainWest #MWFB #CollegeFootball #UNLVFootball #JackLayne #TroyOmeire #FootballMediaDays #TheScarletStandard | |||
| Rebel Daily Drive 7.16.2026 | MW Media Days Interview with San Jose State HC Ken Niumatalolo | 17 juil. 2026 | 00:18:28 | |
San Jose State head coach Ken Niumatalolo joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas. Niumatalolo talks about his time coaching at UNLV under John Robinson, his memories of Jason Thomas, San Jose State’s quarterback competition, the promotion of Bojay Filimoeatu, the current NIL and transfer portal landscape, what he looks for in players, the five-for-five rule, roster retention, leadership, team chemistry, opening the season against USC, future scheduling and what success looks like for the Spartans this season. Tap in for the full interview from Mountain West Football Media Days. 00:00 - Ken Niumatalolo’s Time at UNLV Follow The Scarlet Standard: #SanJoseState #SJSUFootball #KenNiumatalolo #MountainWest #MWFB #CollegeFootball #UNLVFootball #USCFootball #FootballMediaDays #TheScarletStandard | |||
| Rebel Daily Drive 7.16.2026 | Mountain West Media Days Interview with Air Force Coach Troy Calhoun | 17 juil. 2026 | 00:13:46 | |
Air Force head coach Troy Calhoun joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas. Calhoun talks about the new-look Mountain West, quarterback Liam Szarka’s growth, the biggest changes he has seen in college football, UNLV’s rise, Ken Niumatalolo joining San Jose State, Air Force’s defensive identity, Owen Allen’s role in the offense, the unique demands of playing at the Academy, mental toughness, defensive leaders, the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy, scheduling with only two open non-conference spots and what it will take for Air Force to bounce back this season. Tap in for the full interview from Mountain West Football Media Days. 00:00 - Troy Calhoun Joins Rebel Daily Drive Follow The Scarlet Standard: #AirForceFootball #TroyCalhoun #MountainWest #MWFB #CollegeFootball #LiamSzarka #CommanderInChiefsTrophy #UNLVFootball #FootballMediaDays #TheScarletStandard | |||