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If we were number three, I'd be very mad right now with the results.

Some expectations … I won’t get too specific though.

…. Overall …. An increase in speed and depth, offensively and defensively. Team will be better but the schedule is tougher. Aside from kicking (loss of Pizano is huge), UNLV improved talent and depth across the board. Overall versatility (more looks/options) are wide and varied.

…. UNLV will have a better running game than last season. We did lose Davis, Lester and Reese, still have a young Jet, obviously. Burrell is going to be good, really good, still young … there are a couple of others and UNLV won’t lose a step. Will also see some DeJesus back there like we did last game of last season. I think DeJesus will be a major key and they’ll look to get the ball to him as much as possible in space … and this is where the functionality of a the offense (creating opportunities for skill players) will shine.

…. Receiving corps will again be strong. Obviously there’s White, but others. UNLV didn’t lose a lot here and made some big gains. Some young players that are good enough to get time. Defenses are going to be in a tough spot. They’re not going to be able to double White often. Kaleo will have a breakout year, imo. He showed he has the hands last year and he’s a huge target. I think he will play a far more integral role.

Quarterback is the lingering question. I suspect we may see a game day decision with the coaches already knowing, the team probably knowing. With a big first game at Houston, I suspect UNLV will want Houston to prepare for both instead of focusing on one. I think we have a dynamic quarterback with higher risk/higher reward situation (Sluka) vs a steady option (Hajj). Both can run, Sluka is a better runner. But Hajj may make better decisions. I honestly don’t know who will start or finish the season (even without injury), I think both are suited for the offense well in different ways. Friel won’t be in the equation unless injuries imo; he’s a more traditional drop back passer. Overall … I think the offense will improve on the 32 or 34 points of last season and will be a joy to watch and they’ll be in every single game. We will think we have a chance to score on every series minus getting the ball on our own 10 yard line with 45 seconds remaining before half (or milking out a won game).

There were times the defense was feast or famine last season, more famine, especially in the secondary. The edges will be strong, expect to see UNLV will more pressure on the QB. They’ll get some sacks. You might see linebackers on the line, sometimes drop back to a traditional spot.

The secondary is deep and talented. They really hit the portal heavily and got some quality and depth. An injury (and they’ve happened to people like Baldwin and Catalon in their career) should be absorbed sufficiently.

Both the Dline and Oline are actual strengths for a change. Keep fingers crossed we don’t have to go too deep though. If they remain in tact, UNLV will have another good season.

Pizano was an arguable MVP last season (shut up Bull), between the Vandy and CSU Game, he grabbed two wins that might not have been. There will be a sizable drop off with kicking. It’s not going to be nearly as reliable. Nichols is back, so punting will be fine.

The schedule is overall tougher (Syracuse, Houston, Kansas) but there isn’t an “unwinnable” Michigan on tap either. The offense will keep UNLV in every game and the defense should be able to do the same. Predictions, not quite ready to make. I think game one I’m going to parlay UNLV ML (I think they are a three point dog) and the over lightly just for the fun of it.

For the love of the game....

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Totally common now.

Watching Superman 2. Its the best Superman of All time.

Agreed?

This one is to TCU

Done as a series by the Mountain. Let’s see if “Jet Thomas is on the list?

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Forgot about this guy. I was really excited when he came over. Didn't realize he was originally recruited by Odom at Missouri. Love seeing our D, especially pass rush, getting stronger. I hope the young man has a break out year!

Antonio Doyle Jr., DE, UNLV Rebels​

Class: Senior

Height/weight: 6-foot-3, 255 pounds

2023 stats (Jackson State): 11 games (10 starts), 44 tackles (16 solo), 5.5 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery

ESPN recruiting snapshot: Four stars, No. 108 overall, No. 10 outside linebacker, No. 3 in Missouri (signed with Texas A&M)

Rebels coach Barry Odom reunites with Doyle, who had committed to him at Missouri before Odom was fired. Doyle instead went to Texas A&M, where he played sparingly before transferring to Jackson State. He finished second on the team in sacks last fall and could help a UNLV defense that didn't have anyone record more than three sacks last season.

Coach's take: "Pass rush, he can be a special guy," Odom told ESPN. "He's kind of flying under the radar, people have forgotten. He was a top-100 recruit, had some growing up to do, but he's seen the light and he looks special. He's got a six-month mission to make it work."

Until the Houston game!

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Is R2-D2 the best robot of all time?

what a way to end The Mandalore.

Rebel-Net, what are your thoughts.

Any official list? Top of my head are: Tiger Shank, Ricky White, Jackson Woodard, DeJesus. Anyone else?

Dallas f’n Cowboys vs the sucky Raiders this Saturdays..

I know most people growing up in Vegas here have 2 teams.

who you got?

Was hoping Dallas would have picked up Cordero from SJSU.

Dak Presscott worst black QB in NFL history. Prove me wrong..

It appears that UNLV is going all out trying to get a good crowd at the first home game of the season! Either you can get discounted tickets for $14 each as a 4 pack or 2 free tickets with a blood donation, or two blood donations for 4 tickets!

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UNLV Basketball has a scrimmage video up on X if you are interested in taking a look at it.

I am reading about a Las Vegas teen getting beaten to death by 15 or 17 kids. What caused this?