UNLV roared to a 23-0 lead over UCLA behind quarterback Anthony Colandrea's three touchdown passes, including strikes to Nick Elksnis and Troy Omeire in the first half. The Bruins mounted a second-half rally behind Nico Iamaleava, who threw a touchdown pass and added a 30-yard scoring run to cut the deficit to seven. The Rebels held firm in the final minutes, securing a statement 30-23 victory at Allegiant Stadium.