UNLV vs San Jose State Friday Night: #23 Rebels Fight to Keep Conference Title Hopes Alive
The #23 UNLV Rebels (8-2) face the San Jose State Spartans (6-4) in a critical Mountain West Conference matchup on Friday, November 22 at 10:00 p.m. ET at CEFCU Stadium. UNLV enters as 7.5-point road favorites with a total of 60 points.
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UNLV aims to maintain their perfect 5-0 road record and conference title hopes under Coach Barry Odom. Their high-powered offense averages 40 points per game, led by dual-threat QB Hajj-Malik Williams and receiver Ricky White III. However, recent red zone struggles against SDSU raise concerns.
San Jose State's defense allows just 3.7 yards per carry, potentially challenging UNLV's sixth-ranked rushing attack (249 yards/game). The Spartans' passing game features QBs Walker Eget and Emmett Brown connecting with standout receiver Nick Nash (95 catches, 14 TDs).
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UNLV's secondary has recorded 16 interceptions and limits opponents to 6.7 yards per pass attempt. The matchup suggests a lower-scoring affair as both teams' strengths counter each other's best offensive units.
Key Injury Notes:
- UNLV: WR Jacob De Jesus (knee) - Probable
- San Jose State: No significant injuries
Prediction: UNLV 34, San Jose State 17 Best Bet: Under 60 points (-115)
The total has dropped from its opening line of 62-63, with sharp money favoring the under. The under has hit in four of SJSU's last five games and all of UNLV's last four. While public betting leans toward the over based on offensive statistics, defensive matchups suggest a more controlled game with potential red zone difficulties.
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