UNLV
The UNLV-Baylor video from 1999 has become a teaching tool for Rebels cornerbacks coach Mike Bradeson.
When UNLV tailback Channing Trotter tries to elude Oregon State linebacker Keaton Kristick on Saturday, it might bring back some memories.
When he became the San Diego Chargers’ coach in 1999, Mike Riley didn’t hesitate to ask Mike Sanford to join his staff.
If the spotlight on Brigham Young was intense entering last season, it’s nothing compared to the laser beam pointing at the Cougars now.
Editor’s Note: This is the latest installment of a weekly feature in which the Las Vegas Review-Journal asks 20 questions of a member of the UNLV football team.
Jerry Koloskie’s picture hangs on the wall near the athletic director’s office, added recently alongside that of Mike Hamrick and UNLV’s other former ADs.
Channing Trotter knew this was his opportunity to show he was worthy of being UNLV’s starting tailback — and he took full advantage of it.
I am not sure when Sacramento State coaches decided it was best not to throw much against UNLV on Saturday night. It might have been when Hornets quarterback Jason Smith’s second attempt was a one-hopper on an 8-yard out that James Loney would have struggled to field.
UNLV coach Mike Sanford was right, there is no such thing as a preseason game in college football.
More optimism greets this UNLV football season than any in many years, but some questions remain unanswered. Those answers will begin to come tonight when the Rebels open against Sacramento State tonight.
GAME DAY:
UNLV vs. Sacramento State: 7 p.m. at Sam Boyd Stadium. Radio: KWWN-AM (1100). Line: Rebels -22, no total