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Utah State knocks out UNLV, 52-28

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UNLV Rebels running back Lexington Thomas (3) runs into the end zone after a long run over the Utah State Aggies during their game at Sam Boyd Stadium.

Utah State knocks out UNLV, 52-28
Sat, Oct 21, 2017 (7:30 p.m.)
By Mike Grimala
For the second consecutive week, UNLV built a sizable early lead only to watch it erode over the course of the second half of a demoralizing defeat. This time it was Utah State scoring the game’s final 38 points to hand the Rebels a 52-28 loss at Sam Boyd Stadium. The Rebels also ...

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UNLV Rebels players warm up as they face Utah State at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Live blog: Utah State rolls over UNLV, 52-28
By Mike Grimala
Can the Rebels regroup and get their season back on track? A home win over Utah State (3 p.m., AT&T SportsNet) would improve UNLV's record to 3-4 and reignite the program's bowl dreams, but after last week's disappointing defeat at Air Force there's no telling how ...

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UNLV quarterback Armani Rogers (1) hands off to UNLV running back Lexington Thomas (3) during a game against San Diego State at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
With bowl hopes slipping away, Rebels trying to rally
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
By Mike Grimala
Even before UNLV blew a 27-0 lead at Air Force on Saturday, the Rebels’ margin for error for making a bowl game this season was thin. Now, with that devastating 34-30 loss dropping their record to 2-4, they will have to win four of the final six games to ...

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UNLV quarterback Armani Rogers, center, is tackled after a short gain by Air Force Falcons linebackers Grant Ross, top, and Shaquille Vereen in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, at Air Force Academy, Colo. Air Force won 34-30.
Rebels stunned by Air Force comeback in 34-30 loss
Saturday, October 14, 2017
By Mike Grimala
UNLV suffered its second catastrophic loss of the season on Saturday, as the Rebels built an early 27-0 lead at Air Force before a total collapse in all three phases of the game allowed AFA to roar back for a 34-30 win. With a key road victory all but assured, UNLV (2-4, 1-2 Mountain West) was ...

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UNLV quarterback Armani Rogers (1) hands off to UNLV running back Lexington Thomas (3) during a game against San Diego State at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Vegas Play of the Day: UNLV at Air Force
sports betting:
Saturday, October 14, 2017
By Ray Brewer
Here’s the latest installment of the Play of the Day, which uses odds from the South Point. Our three sports writers started with ...

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UNLV football coach Tony Sanchez watches his team take on San Diego State at Sam Boyd Stadium, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Live blog: Rebels blow late lead, Air Force wins 34-30
Saturday, October 14, 2017
By Mike Grimala
UNLV's date at Air Force this morning may go a long way toward determining whether the Rebels can compete for a bowl berth this season. A win would improve the team's record to 3-3 and put it on track for for postseason play, but it won't be easy ...

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UNLV defensive back Chauncey Scissum (21) takes down San Diego State's running back Rashaad Penny (20) during a game against San Diego State at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Defending option at Air Force critical to Rebels' bowl hopes
Friday, October 13, 2017
By Mike Grimala
As UNLV prepares to play at Air Force on Saturday, the Rebels are reaching a critical point in the schedule. The team’s oft-stated goal of qualifying for a bowl game is still within reach, but as they sit at 2-3 after five weeks, each remaining contest could end up being the difference ...

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San Diego State's tight end Kahale Warring (87) breaks a tackle attempt from UNLV linebacker Gabe McCoy (25) and UNLV linebacker Brian Keyes (5) during a game at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Analysis: UNLV defense trying to get aggressive with blitz scheme
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
By Mike Grimala
One of the more common criticisms thrown at the UNLV defense has been that the unit plays too conservatively, opting for a bend-don’t-break approach instead of an aggressive, pressure-based scheme. Against San Diego State, however, the Rebels upped their blitz game and ...

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UNLV running back Tariq Hollandsworth (28) dives for a tackle on San Diego State's running back Rashaad Penny (20) during a game at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Rebels no match for No. 19 San Diego State, fall 41-10
Sunday, October 8, 2017
By Mike Grimala
The UNLV players did just about everything that could be asked of them on Saturday night. They played with emotion and they competed at a high level, and the members of the Las Vegas community that made the trip to Sam Boyd Stadium for the game had to be ...

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First responders hold 58 white balloons, representing the 58 victims of the Route 91 Harvest festival mass shooting, before a UNLV football game against San Diego State at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Brewer: UNLV first-class in pregame memorial, and that's what matters most
Saturday, October 7, 2017
By Ray Brewer
They were asked to play their hardest in a game with significant meaning for the community. And while they lost the game, it wasn’t because of their effort. They fought from start to finish, but even their best ...

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Clark County and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue firefighters hang a large American flag to greet football fans at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.
Live blog: San Diego State defeats UNLV, 41-10
Saturday, October 7, 2017
By Mike Grimala
This week has undoubtedly been a difficult one for UNLV football. With more than 20 players on the roster who count Las Vegas as their hometown — and many more who have developed deep ties to the community during their time here — game week has taken on a ...

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Canyon Springs head coach Hunkie Cooper shouts orders as QB Bradley Alexander awaits his next play call. Cooper is now on the San Diego State coaching staff.
Las Vegas tragedy resonates deeply for San Diego State football
Thursday, October 5, 2017
By Mike Grimala
For Noble Hall, playing in Las Vegas is usually a joyous occasion. The San Diego State defensive lineman has returned to play in his hometown twice since leaving to begin his collegiate career, and both times the Sam Boyd Stadium stands were stocked with family and ...

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UNLV's Xzavier Campbell (35) is praised for his score by head coach Tony Sanchez with teammate Lexington Thomas (3) near versus Jackson State at Sam Boyd Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016.
Emotional Rebels attempting to focus on football after tragedy
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
By Mike Grimala
This week, the UNLV football team is tasked with doing the impossible. It has nothing to do with Saturday’s opponent, Mountain West favorite San Diego State, formidable though the undefeated Aztecs may be. At his weekly press conference on Tuesday, head coach Tony Sanchez outlined ...

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UNLV Rebels quarterback Armani Rogers (1) breaks free from a San Jose State defender and heads towards the goal line in their game on Saturday, September 30, 2017. .
UNLV's Armani Rogers takes over in blowout win against San Jose State
Sunday, October 1, 2017
By Jesse Granger
It was clearly the best game in the redshirt freshman’s brief UNLV career, showing glimpses into what many believe is a bright future for the most celebrated recruit in program history. Rogers ...

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San Jose Punter Michael Carrizosa (17) has a kick blocked by UNLV's Johnny Stanton (4) during their game.
Rogers, Rebels post lopsided win against San Jose State
Saturday, September 30, 2017
By Jesse Granger, Mike Grimala
Armani Rogers had the breakout game Rebel fans have been waiting for, scoring four total touchdowns to lead UNLV to a 41-13 win over San Jose State Saturday night at Sam Boyd Stadium. Rogers ...

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