Final

• Paradise, NV
UNLV held off a tenacious Idaho State in a nail-biting season opener that came down to the final minutes at Allegiant Stadium.

Matchup

Recap

UNLV survived a scare from Idaho State, rallying for a 38-31 victory behind Jai'Den Thomas's three rushing touchdowns, including explosive runs of 39 and 70 yards. The Bengals showed tremendous fight, taking an early 10-0 lead and later going ahead 31-24 in the fourth quarter on Dason Brooks' second touchdown. The Rebels responded with two fourth-quarter scores, including Alex Orji's game-winning 11-yard touchdown run with 8:51 remaining to secure the win at Allegiant Stadium.

Key Players

UNLV Rebels
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JAI'DEN THOMAS
RB UNLV Rebels JR
147 Rushing Yards
3 Rushing Touchdowns
14.7 Rushing Yards Per Attempt
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UNLV Rebels
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ANTHONY COLANDREA
QB UNLV Rebels JR
195 Passing Yards
93 Rushing Yards
2 Passing Big Plays 40+ Count
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UNLV Rebels
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LATERRANCE WELCH
DB UNLV Rebels SR
2 Interceptions
27 Interception Yards
1 Passes Defended
Reveal
Idaho State Bengals
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JORDAN COOKE
QB Idaho State Bengals JR
380 Passing Yards
30 Passing Completions
6 Passing Big Plays 20+ Count
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Idaho State Bengals
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DASON BROOKS
RB Idaho State Bengals JR
132 Rushing Yards
2 Rushing Touchdowns
6 Receptions
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Idaho State Bengals
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IAN DUARTE
WR Idaho State Bengals SO
105 Receiving Yards
1 Receiving Touchdowns
64 Receiving Long
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