UNLV may be 2-0 overall, but it hasn’t always been smooth for the Rebels.
They barely won in Week 0 to start the season, finding a way to beat Idaho State 38-31. Then UNLV bounced back and put together a more decisive victory over Sam Houston by a score of 38-21.
The Rebels hope they’ve fixed their mistakes in the long term, because they’re now taking on a Power Four opponent, UCLA, at home.
UCLA vs. UNLV Betting Odds
UNLV is a +2.5 college football betting odds underdog against UCLA, with the Over/Under being 55.5.
The moneyline for UCLA is -135, while it’s +110 for UNLV.
UCLA vs. UNLV On TV
The matchup between UCLA and UNLV will be televised on CBSSN.
The game will kick off at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, Sept. 6. The contest is taking place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.
UCLA vs. UNLV Prediction
I predict UNLV will win and cover the 2.5-point spread. I also project the game will go Over 55.5 total points.
The Rebels may have needed a few games to find their footing in Dan Mullen’s first year as head coach. But now, I think they’re in a rhythm.
For starters, they’ve sorted out the quarterback situation. Anthony Colandrea is the starter and has passed for 444 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while completing 77% of his passes. He’s also rushed for 116 yards and a score. Alex Orji has played a role, though, and has rushed for 41 yards and another score.
And with Jai’Den Thomas, a G5 Preseason All-American who leads the team with 212 yards and four touchdowns on the ground, the UNLV offense is well-balanced.
The Rebels are still figuring things out defensively but have talent on that side of the ball as well. That’s why I think they can find a way to win here.
Considering they’re at home, I think the Rebels manage to win another game.
