Nevada Wolf Pack is 0-0 on the season, 0-0 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -14.8. Nevada Wolf Pack enters the season with a power rating of -14.8, placing them below average relative to the FBS midpoint. The Nevada Wolf Pack host Western Kentucky next in Week 1. In 2025, Nevada Wolf Pack went 3-9 overall, 5-6-1 against the spread, and 4-8 on totals.
In Week 0 of 2026 the Nevada Wolf Pack Power Rating of -14.8 is 15.0 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. Nevada Wolf Pack have logged 0 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 12,759 miles, ranking 16th heaviest in the FBS.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | — | Bye | |
| Week 1 | Western Kentucky | Home | 0 mi |
| Week 2 | Montana State | Home | 0 mi |
| Week 3 | Middle Tennessee | 1,840 mi | 3,680 mi |
| Week 4 | Air Force | Home | 3,680 mi |
| Week 5 | — | Bye | |
| Week 6 | UTEP | 919 mi | 5,518 mi |
| Week 7 | North Dakota State | 1,262 mi | 8,042 mi |
| Week 8 | San José State | Home | 8,042 mi |
| Week 9 | UCLA | 382 mi | 8,807 mi |
| Week 10 | New Mexico | Home | 8,807 mi |
| Week 11 | Northern Illinois | 1,628 mi | 12,064 mi |
| Week 12 | Hawai'i | Home | 12,064 mi |
| Week 13 | UNLV | 348 mi | 12,759 mi |
| Week 14 | — | Bye | |
| Week 15 | — | Bye | |
| Week 16 | — | Bye | |
The Wolf Pack enter the season with the worst TD-to-INT ratio in the country from last year (10 TDs, 17 INTs). Carter Jones, the true freshman forced into action in 2025, is competing with UCLA transfer Luke Duncan. Neither has separated himself, and the passing game is the biggest question mark for an offense that lost its top five receivers. The season hinges on which QB can limit turnovers and connect with new targets like Damien Morgan (FCS Idaho State transfer) and Gary Givens III (Northern Illinois).
Nevada returns a potential All-Mountain West player at each level: EDGE Dylan LaBarbera (league-best 17 TFLs), LB EJ Smith (missed second half of 2025 but was a team leader), and CB Aiden Walker (emerged as a true freshman). DT Logologo Va'a and safety Bishop Turner also return, giving the Wolf Pack a solid core. Colorado State transfer Jeremy Naborne-Owens adds depth at linebacker. This group could keep Nevada in games if the offense struggles.
Herschel Turner averaged 5.1 yards per carry last season and is the clear No. 1 back. Dominic Kelley provides a power complement. With an unsettled passing attack, the Wolf Pack will lean heavily on the run game to control tempo and protect the defense. The offensive line returns two starters and added impact transfers, which could create running lanes and buy time for the young QBs.
Senior kicker Joe McFadden was 19-for-25 on field goals last season with a long of 50 yards, providing a steady scoring option. The punting job is open between two Australian newcomers (Ewan Baulch and Jacob Fernandez), but the kicking game is a known strength. Field position and points from McFadden could be critical in close games.
Nevada's four-year bowl drought is the program's longest since 1997-2004. The schedule offers winnable games, but reaching six wins requires a significant jump in passing efficiency. The defense and running game provide a foundation, but the QB play must improve dramatically. If Jones or Duncan can cut down interceptions and connect with new receivers, the Wolf Pack could surprise. If not, it will be another long season.
Nevada Wolf Pack is 0-0 against the spread in the 2026 season.
Nevada Wolf Pack holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of -14.8, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
Nevada Wolf Pack's home field advantage rating is 2.1 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
Nevada Wolf Pack travels 12,759 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 16th heaviest in the FBS.
Cumulative travel distance counts both the outbound and return journey for every away game. For example, if a team travels 374 miles to play an away game, Blue Chip Analytics counts 748 miles (374 miles there, 374 miles back) toward the cumulative total. Home games and bye weeks add zero miles. The per-week Distance column shows the one-way distance only, as the return trip happens after the game is played.
Nevada Wolf Pack: 0-0 overall, 0-0 ATS, power rating -14.8.
