The 2025 season schedule, officially released by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Athletics, features both home and away games against strong non-conference and Mountain West opponents. After their opener, the Rebels travel to Houston to face Sam Houston on August 29, then return home to host UCLA on September 6, a highlight game that is expected to draw significant attention.
Conference play begins on October 4 with an away game at Wyoming, followed by a homecoming match against Air Force on October 11. Other notable games include clashes against Boise State (October 18, away), New Mexico (November 1, home), Colorado State (November 8, away), and Utah State (November 15, home). The regular season concludes with the storied rivalry game, the 51st Battle for the Fremont Cannon, against Nevada in Reno on November 29.
The Rebels finished their previous season with a .000 record, but with a fresh roster and a new set of challenges, the team is aiming to improve its standing in the Mountain West Conference. Fans can stay updated on scores, stats, and highlights throughout the season via the UNLV Rebels Scores, Stats and Highlights on ESPN.
Looking ahead, the Allstate Playoff Predictor offers fans a chance to project the Rebels’ postseason chances. With a history dating back to 1968, UNLV football has experienced both highs and lows, and the upcoming season presents another opportunity for the program to make its mark in college football.