UNLV Rebels is 0-0 on the season, 0-0 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +0.1. UNLV Rebels enters the season with a power rating of +0.1, placing them above average relative to the FBS midpoint. The UNLV Rebels host Memphis next in Week 0. In 2025, UNLV Rebels went 10-3 overall, 7-6 against the spread, and 7-6 on totals.
In Week 0 of 2026 the UNLV Rebels Power Rating of +0.1 is 0.1 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. UNLV Rebels have logged 0 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 14,226 miles, ranking 10th heaviest in the FBS.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | Memphis | Home | 0 mi |
| Week 1 | Hawai'i | 2,756 mi | 5,512 mi |
| Week 2 | North Texas | 1,044 mi | 7,600 mi |
| Week 3 | — | Bye | |
| Week 4 | Akron | 1,843 mi | 11,287 mi |
| Week 5 | California | Home | 11,287 mi |
| Week 6 | North Dakota State | Home | 11,287 mi |
| Week 7 | Air Force | 602 mi | 12,491 mi |
| Week 8 | — | Bye | |
| Week 9 | Northern Illinois | Home | 12,491 mi |
| Week 10 | Wyoming | Home | 12,491 mi |
| Week 11 | New Mexico | 487 mi | 13,464 mi |
| Week 12 | San José State | 381 mi | 14,226 mi |
| Week 13 | Nevada | Home | 14,226 mi |
| Week 14 | — | Bye | |
| Week 15 | — | Bye | |
| Week 16 | — | Bye | |
After Anthony Colandrea's breakout season and departure, UNLV turns to Auburn transfer Jackson Arnold. Arnold has starting experience at Oklahoma and Auburn but lost his job at both schools. If he struggles, former Michigan transfer Alex Orji provides a run-first option. The offense's ceiling depends on Arnold's consistency and decision-making.
The fourth-year starter rushed for 1,036 yards and 12 touchdowns last season and is the face of the program. He is a candidate for Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year. His presence takes pressure off the new quarterback and gives UNLV a reliable ground game against any opponent.
No starters return at wide receiver, but sophomore Kayden McGee is the team's fastest player and made big plays on special teams last season, including a game-winning touchdown against Utah State. Taeshaun Lyons was productive in a reserve role. The group's development will be critical for the passing game.
UNLV surrendered at least 38 points five times last year. Only one starter returns at each level, but linebacker Blesyng Alualu-Tuiolemotu emerged late last season and is a cornerstone. Transfers Cam Santee (CAA Defensive Player of the Year at Holy Cross) and Kyron Chambers (SMU) add talent. Safety Jake Pope, a multi-year starter, leads the secondary.
Five of UNLV's 11 losses since 2023 came against Boise State, including three Mountain West Championship Games. With the Broncos moving to the Pac-12, the Rebels are betting favorites to win the league. The season hinges on Arnold's play and defensive improvement.
UNLV Rebels is 0-0 against the spread in the 2026 season.
UNLV Rebels holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of +0.1, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
UNLV Rebels's home field advantage rating is 2.3 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
UNLV Rebels travels 14,226 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 10th 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.
UNLV Rebels: 0-0 overall, 0-0 ATS, power rating +0.1.
