UNLV's Runnin' Rebels are picked 5th in the Mountain West conference standings, with sophomore guard Dedan Thomas Jr. making the preseason All-Mountain West team.

The UNR women's volleyball team declared not playing against San Jose State due to a transgender athlete, but the university insists the game will proceed.

Tom Brady acquired a 5% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, approved by NFL owners with stipulations due to his broadcasting role. Richard Seymour also secured a 0.5% ownership stake.

Davante Adams has been traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New York Jets, with the Jets potentially offering up to a second-round pick depending on his performance.

Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders clarified that shoving linebackers coach Mike Caldwell on the sidelines was a motivational "love push," and not contentious.

The Mountain West Conference is relocating its headquarters to Las Vegas and has plans for financial growth, amid college sports changes, with UNLV to benefit significantly.

The Vegas Golden Knights beat the Colorado Avalanche 8-4 with Barbashev, Stone, and Olofsson scoring two goals each. Eichel assisted four times, and Rantanen scored a hat trick for Colorado.

Raiders' head coach Antonio Pierce avoided discussing the trade rumors of star receiver Davante Adams, focusing on the upcoming game against the Broncos instead.

Davante Adams is at the center of trade rumors with the Las Vegas Raiders, highlighted by his recent podcast remarks about lack of communication with Coach Antonio Pierce.

UNLV's football team entered the AP Top 25 poll for the first time, sharing the 25th spot, following a decisive win over Fresno State. The team maintains a 4-0 record for the season.

The Raiders will face the Browns without key players including Maxx Crosby and Davante Adams due to injuries. Other team members are also sidelined for various reasons.

UNLV and the Air Force Academy will remain in the Mountain West Conference, receiving financial incentives rumored to be around $25 to $30 million, amid college sports realignments.

UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka announced his departure from the team, citing unmet expectations upon his commitment, after playing four games in the season.