UNLV vs. Colorado State Prediction, Betting Odds & How To Watch
UNLV head coach Dan Mullen appeared more subdued than usual during his Monday press conference. Gone were his typical jokes and upbeat remarks. He continues to process the Rebels’ narrow 40-35 defeat to New Mexico.
Despite falling into a 21-point deficit and surrendering 532 yards on defense, Mullen’s biggest frustration is that his team still had a chance to win late but failed to capitalize. The Rebels pulled within one point with just over six minutes left, only to allow a decisive touchdown run with under three minutes remaining. The final offensive drive produced no points.
“That hurts, as a team,” Mullen said on Monday. “It’s our focus to get back into making sure we’re performing better, and when we have opportunities to make things happen, to win games, we’re doing things to win games.”
Mullen emphasized that the season is far from over. At 6-2 overall and 2-2 in the Mountain West Conference, UNLV remains determined to stay in the title race. Their next test comes on Saturday against Colorado State (2-6, 1-3).
The Rebels’ offense continues to be led by quarterback Anthony Colandrea, who ranks among the top performers in the Mountain West. Against New Mexico, he completed 36 of 46 passes for 382 yards and three touchdowns, a bright spot in an otherwise difficult loss.
Author’s Summary
Dan Mullen’s UNLV squad looks to rebound from a tough loss to New Mexico as they prepare for Colorado State, focusing on stronger execution and defensive improvement.