UNLV has a clear path to the CFP. I believe after the Oregon State game UNLV will be favored in the rest of the games this year which the possible exception of BSU. While it may not be an easy path, it is very possible for UNLV to run the gauntlet through the rest of the season. UNLV has the best schedule of any of the group of 5 programs, which puts them in a good position to get the auto bid!
I do think it is funny that Memphis jumps into the driver seat in the article based on a win over a really bad 0-3 Florida State, but when you look at the remainder of the schedule, UNLV has a much harder schedule than Memphis. I do not believe Memphis plays another good team the rest of the year.