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UNLV Rebels Face Off Against Nevada Wolf Pack at Allegiant Stadium in Football Showdown

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Rebels fell to the Nevada Wolf Pack with a final score of 19-37. The home team's record now stands at 0-3, while the visitors improved to 5-2.


Sep 24, 2021; Fresno, California, USA; UNLV Rebels quarterback Cameron Friel (7) momentarily loses control of the ball against the Fresno State Bulldogs in the fourth quarter at Bulldog Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

At Allegiant Stadium, the UNLV Rebels displayed a commendable effort against their opponents. The offense managed to accumulate a total of 330 yards with an average gain of over four yards per play. The passing game was particularly effective; quarterback play resulted in two touchdowns and an impressive completion percentage of 68, totaling 222 passing yards. Their efficiency shone through in the red zone with an 80 percent success rate and a perfect record on goal-to-go situations.


The rushing attack added another dimension to their game plan, contributing 126 yards over the course of the game. Despite not scoring on the ground, they achieved nine first downs via rushes and made seven attempts within their opponents' red zone.


Special teams also had moments worth noting as field goal kickers were flawless on the day, converting both attempted field goals with a longest successful kick from 36 yards out. Kick return units amassed over one hundred yards across five returns.


Penalties played a role for both sides; however, it was notable that UNLV incurred ten penalties amounting to seventy-seven penalty yards throughout the contest.


On defense, UNLV managed three sacks totaling twenty-three sack yards lost for their opponents and seven tackles for loss indicating disruptive plays behind the line of scrimmage. However, despite these efforts by defense and special teams alike, they could not contain Nevada's offensive push which led them to score thirty-seven points by game end.


Looking ahead after this tough encounter at home soil against Nevada Wolf Pack football team – fans can mark their calendars for when UNLV takes on Fresno State Bulldogs next week. This upcoming game is scheduled for November seventh at eight-thirty PM local time at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas where fans can catch all action live on CBS Sports Network satellite channel two hundred twenty-one.

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