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Clash at Allegiant Stadium: San Jose State Spartans vs UNLV Rebels in College Football Showdown

As the San Jose State Spartans gear up to face the UNLV Rebels at Allegiant Stadium, fans are cautiously optimistic about their team's chances. The Spartans have had a rollercoaster season, but there's reason to believe they could pull off a win in Las Vegas.


Oct 1, 2022; Laramie, Wyoming, USA; San Jose State Spartans running back Kairee Robinson (32) runs against the Wyoming Cowboys during the third quarter at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against the Aztecs on October 16, SJS showed promise despite falling short with a score of 13-19. Their defense racked up three sacks and forced one fumble, demonstrating an ability to disrupt the opposing offense. However, penalties were a concern as they accumulated 101 yards from 12 infractions. This discipline issue needs addressing if they want to secure victory against UNLV.


The offensive side saw mixed results; while SJS managed only one touchdown and two field goals for a red zone efficiency of 100 percent, their passing game struggled with just a 46 percent completion rate and one interception. The rushing attack was also stifled, averaging less than three yards per carry.


Comparatively, during their October 9 encounter with Colorado State Rams where they suffered a loss of 14-32, SJS displayed better passing efficiency with two touchdowns and no interceptions but were let down by turnovers – losing two fumbles out of three total turnovers for the game.


However, it was on October 3 that SJS truly shined against New Mexico State Aggies with an impressive victory of 37-31. Their offense exploded for over seven yards per play on average and five touchdowns without turning over the ball through interceptions. The defense contributed too by snagging an interception returned for thirteen yards.


This pattern suggests that when SJS minimizes mistakes and penalties while maximizing offensive production – especially through air – they can dominate games.


Looking ahead to UNLV Rebels who will host this matchup at Allegiant Stadium; it’s crucial that Spartans maintain discipline while exploiting any defensive weaknesses shown by Rebels in previous games. If recent performances are anything to go by then fans should expect an aggressive approach from both sides aiming for control early on.


The upcoming battle is scheduled for October 22 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas starting at 8:00 PM local time (11:00 PM ET). Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into CBS Sports Network via satellite channel number 221 or attend live if possible – ensuring support is felt loud and clear from stands or screens alike.

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