The UNLV football team aims to end a two-game losing streak when they face Colorado State on Saturday in Fort Collins, Colorado.
The Rebels, with a 6-2 overall record and 2-2 in the Mountain West, are coming off a close 40-35 loss to New Mexico. Their defense allowed 532 total yards, including 401 passing yards. Another loss could end their hopes of reaching the Mountain West championship game for the third year in a row.
Colorado State holds a 2-6 overall record and 1-3 in conference play. They recently fired head coach Jay Norvell during his fourth season. The Rams lost 28-0 to Wyoming on October 25 in interim coach Tyson Summers' first game. Notably, Colorado State has won seven straight home games against UNLV.
This game marks UNLV’s first visit to Colorado State since 2019. A scheduled 2020 game at Canvas Stadium was canceled due to positive COVID-19 tests in the UNLV program.
"The Rebels can’t afford another loss if they hope to play in the Mountain West championship game for the third consecutive year."
Author's summary: UNLV seeks to bounce back from recent defeats as they visit Colorado State, hoping to keep their Mountain West championship aspirations alive amid tough rivalry and coaching changes.