UNLV defeated Wyoming 31-17 at War Memorial Stadium, improving to 5-0. Anthony Colandrea threw a touchdown pass, while Kayden McGee and Jaden Bradley each scored on blocked punts. Wyoming fell to 2-3 this season, as reported by AP News.
Wyoming head coach Jay Sawvel said he was disappointed in the team’s performance against UNLV, especially on special teams. “There's a hurting locker room in there right now. I hurt for them,” he said. Despite outgaining UNLV 356 to 254 in total yards, Wyoming gave up scores on blocked punts. Sawvel added that “obviously there's a lot there that needs to get fixed,” according to 7220 Sports. Jones Thomas and Andrew Johnson led the defense with eight and six tackles, while Evan Eller recovered a fumble forced by Brayden Johnson.
UNLV’s Anthony Colandrea completed 11 of 20 passes for 102 yards and a touchdown, and Jai'Den Thomas added 94 rushing yards with a touchdown catch. Wyoming’s Kaden Anderson went 25-for-46 for 254 yards, connecting with 13 receivers, while Sam Scott led the rushing with 49 yards and caught two passes for 45 yards. UNLV held Wyoming to 102 rushing yards, as mentioned by AP News. Wyoming will face San Jose State, and UNLV will aim to continue its winning streak in the Mountain West Conference.
