San Diego St. Aztecs vs
UNLV RebelsPredictions & Preview

UNLV Enters Crucial Matchup on High Note, San Diego State Looks to End Losing Streak

San Diego State is currently 3-6 overall and 2-2 in Mountain West Conference play, needing to win their last three games to be bowl eligible. On the other hand, UNLV has a record of 7-2 and is already bowl eligible, with a 3-1 conference record. In the upcoming game, UNLV is heavily favored by 20.5 points with a total of 54.5. The current betting line has UNLV as a 20.5-point favorite.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aztecs +850 | Rebels -1500
• Spread: Aztecs +20.5 (-110) | Rebels -20.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 54 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UNLV will win straight-up is 94%.

San Diego St. vs UNLV Stats

San Diego St. Aztecs

In their last game, San Diego State struggled with run defense in a 21-16 loss to New Mexico at home. The Aztecs were outgained by the Lobos in total yards and allowed 300 rushing yards, averaging 8.6 yards per rush. Quarterback Danny O'Neil had 195 passing yards with a touchdown, Marquez Cooper rushed for 123 yards, and Jordan Napier led in receiving yards with 63. San Diego State has not covered the spread in their last two games and ranks low in offensive and defensive statistics this season. They will be facing a UNLV defense that struggles against the pass but excels against the run. San Diego State currently has a 3-5 record and a power ranking of 106.

UNLV Rebels Analysis

UNLV rebounded from a tough loss by securing a 29-27 road win over Hawaii, highlighted by their strong rushing game and performance by key players such as Hajj-Malik Williams, Jai'Den Thomas, and Ricky White. Despite failing to cover the spread in their last few games, the Rebels have shown impressive offensive statistics this season, ranking eighth in the nation in points per game. They will face San Diego State next, a team that has struggled defensively against both the pass and the run. With a power ranking of 52 and a strong offensive showing, UNLV will look to continue their success on the road.

UNLV Enters Crucial Matchup on High Note, San Diego State Looks to End Losing Streak

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) enters this crucial conference matchup on a positive note with victories in three of their last four games, whereas San Diego State University has suffered three consecutive losses. UNLV has demonstrated dominance in their ground game, amassing 290 rushing yards in their previous game. Their upcoming opponent, San Diego State, has struggled defensively against the run, ranking only 112th in the nation and yielding 300 rushing yards in their most recent contest. Although San Diego State boasts a competitive ground game and a respectable passing offense, they may struggle against UNLV's stout run defense. While SDSU is not predicted to emerge victorious, they are expected to provide a strong challenge and potentially cover the spread against UNLV, which has failed to cover in four of their last five games. A recommendation is to take San Diego State +20.5.

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