Cal vs. UNLV Game Preview
Matchup:
- Teams: Cal (2-2, 1-1 ACC) vs. UNLV (2-2, 1-0 Mountain West)
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 12:30 PM PT
- Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
Broadcast Information
- TV: CBS Sports Network
- Commentators: John Sadak (Play-By-Play), Randy Cross (Analyst), Hailey Sutton (Sideline Reporter)
- Radio: 810 AM
- Commentators: Justin Allegri (Play-By-Play), Mike Pawlawski (Analyst), Ben Ross (Sideline Reporter)
Betting Line
- Favored Team: UNLV by 2.5 points
- Over/Under: 52.5 points (FanDuel), 53.5 points (DraftKings)
Weather Forecast
- Conditions: Fully enclosed dome, high of 96 degrees expected.
Team History
- This will be the third meeting between Cal and UNLV; both teams have won once. Cal won 20-14 in 2022, while UNLV defeated Cal 24-13 in the 2024 LA Bowl.
Cal Player Availability
- Running backs Adam Mohammed and Carter Vargas are questionable for the game. Defensive lineman Nate Burrell and edge Solomon Williams are also questionable.
Key Storylines for Cal
- A win is crucial for Cal to enhance bowl eligibility chances, coming off a tough loss against Clemson.
- Coach Tosh Lupoi is considering adjustments to the coaching roles to improve the struggling offense.
- Cal’s offense has yet to score in the fourth quarter against FBS opponents, a worrying trend for the Bears.
- Safety Kingston Lopa leads the nation in interceptions this season.
Cal Players to Watch
- QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele: Looking to bounce back from a tough outing last week.
- RB Ashten Emory: Potentially starting if top RBs can’t play.
- S Kingston Lopa: Leads the nation in interceptions.
- WR Chase Hendricks: Team leader with 24 receptions.
UNLV Storylines
- UNLV is coming off a strong 38-10 win against Akron after a bye week. The Rebels also defeated Hawaii in their Mountain West opener.
- The Rebels’ offense is led by RB Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas, who has been a standout performer.
- This matchup is just UNLV’s second home game this season; they’ll aim to improve their previous loss at home.
UNLV Players to Watch
- RB Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas: Key offensive player with over 300 rushing yards.
- QB Jackson Arnold: Effective dual-threat quarterback coming off a strong passing performance.
- S Jake Pope: Leading tackler for UNLV this season.
Predictions
- Jake’s Prediction: Cal 21, UNLV 18
- Jeff’s Prediction: Cal 27, UNLV 21
- Donovan Hicks’ Prediction: UNLV 28, Cal 24
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