UNLV wide receiver Ricky White III (11) celebrates after catching a deep pass during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Ricky White III (11) shoves off Utah Tech Trailblazers defensive back Scooter Jackson (1) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jalen Catalon (1) celebrates a tackle during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) scrambles with the ball during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV tight end Kaleo Ballungay (19) misses an intended throw in the end zone as Utah Tech Trailblazers defensive back Gabriel Valenzuela (6) defends him during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell (5) powers through Utah Tech defense during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back La’Vario Wiley (17) celebrates with teammate Rashod Tanner (41) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Jai’Den Thomas (9) runs for a touchdown during the first half of the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech quarterback Deacon Hill (10) grabs his helmet during the college football game against UNLV at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell (5) runs with the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) directs the offensive line during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jeremiah Vessel (6) celebrates after a punt during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech tight end Eric Olsen (80) and UNLV defensive back Johnathan Baldwin (3) run after a fumble during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Jacob De Jesus (21) runs the ball during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels wide receiver Jacob De Jesus (21) points to a section of fans during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Jai’Den Thomas (9) runs the ball as Utah Tech Trailblazers defensive back Jagger Williams (8) tries to keep up during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
A UNLV throwback helmet is seen during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
A UNLV cheerleader cheers for her team during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech Trailblazers quarterback Deacon Hill (10) struggles to gain a yard during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) is surrounded by Utah Tech defense during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The UNLV student section dances during a time out at an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) carries the ball as Utah Tech Trailblazers linebacker Amari Pouncy (9) grabs his ankle during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Jacob De Jesus (21) carries the ball as Utah Tech Trailblazers linebacker Will Alovao (98) grabs him during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech Trailblazers wide receiver Bryce Parker (14) carries the ball as UNLV Rebels defensive back Jalen Catalon (1) goes for his legs during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jalen Catalon (1) celebrates a tackle during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell leaps into the end zone for a touchdown during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV place kicker Caden Chittenden (45) kicks a conversion during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Hajj-Malik Williams (6) scrambles with the ball during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech Trailblazers defensive back Foster Slaughter (21) drags UNLV Timothy Conerly (8) down during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Timothy Conerly (8) celebrates during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Timothy Conerly (8) gets pumped up during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Elijah Wilson (22) is dragged down by his jersey by Utah Tech linebacker Rick Mua’e (28) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Elijah Wilson (22) moves the ball past Utah Tech defenders during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Devin Green (22) celebrates a touchdown with teammate Timothy Conerly (8) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom waits to take the field during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV makes their way onto the field during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Rashod Tanner (41) celebrates during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels defensive back Rashod Tanner (41) celebrates during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Utah Tech Trailblazers place kicker Ilya Uvaydov (27) sits on the bench during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV linebacker JT Odom (39) exits the field after a 72-14 win over Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom exits the field following a 72-14 win over Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels defensive back Jarvis Ware (13) raises his helmet to the stands during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Cameron Friel (7) hands the ball off to UNLV running back Kylin James (20) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Tony Grimes (0) giggles after Utah Tech received a flag on a play during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Casey Cain (1) celebrates during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Casey Cain (1) celebrates during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom high-fives players as they run to the sidelines during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) runs the ball to the end zone for a touchdown during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) celebrates a touchdown during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver DeAngelo Irvin Jr. (10) during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell (5) and quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) celebrate a touchdown by Sluka during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) draws the ball during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver Ricky White III (11) lands in the end zone for a touchdown during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jeremiah Vessel (6) pumps up the crowd during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV place kicker Caden Chittenden (45) pumps up the crowd during an NCAA football game between UNLV and Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV players celebrate their 72-14 win over Utah Tech with the UNLV Star of Nevada Marching Band at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV players celebrate their 72-14 win over Utah Tech with the UNLV Star of Nevada Marching Band at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
After scoring a touchdown, UNLV running back Devin Green, left, is lifted up by offensive lineman Ed Haynes, right, during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Devin Green (22) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Traivon Dyson (81) during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Tony Grimes (0) smiles during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels defensive back Tony Grimes (0) points and laughs as Utah Tech wide receiver DaJon Harrison (1) is called for being offsides during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels defensive back Rashod Tanner (41) prepares to guard Utah Tech wide receiver Daniel Thomason (2) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom watches the play during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom watches the play during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV head coach Barry Odom watches the play during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Cameron Friel (7) passes the ball while on the run during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Kylin James (20) receives a block from offensive lineman Toby Moore (67) during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Hajj-Malik Williams (6) prepares to snap the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV fans cheer during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Michael Allen (26) outruns Utah Tech linebacker Spencer Rich (45) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Rebels defensive back Rashod Tanner (41) pumps up the crowd after a punt during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell (5) scores a rushing touchdown during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Hajj-Malik Williams (6) prepares to snap the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Hajj-Malik Williams (6) prepares to juke Utah Tech linebacker Amari Pouncy (9) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jett Elad (9) tackles Utah Tech running back Chris Street (3) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV fans celebrate after Utah Tech misses a field goal during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Kodi DeCambra (24) yells instructions to defensive back La’Vario Wiley (17) during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Members of the UNLV Star of Nevada Marching Band wait to take the field before halftime during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jett Elad (9) and defensive back La’Vario Wiley (17) high-five during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) hands the ball to running back Greg Burrell (5) during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) runs with the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) passes the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Greg Burrell (5) runs with the ball during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV linebacker Jackson Woodard (7) runs toward Utah Tech quarterback Deacon Hill (10) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) prepares to snap the ball during the college football game against TKTKTKTK at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) avoids Utah Tech linebacker Elijah Wood (14) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Jarvis Ware (13) and linebacker Jackson Woodard (7) comfort defensive back Johnathan Baldwin (3) after he fumbled an interception that would eventually be recovered by UNLV during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV defensive back Johnathan Baldwin (3) guards Utah Tech wide receiver Tru Tanner (21) during the college football game at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV wide receiver DeAngelo Irvin Jr. (10) and quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) celebrate Sluka’s rushing touchdown during the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV Star of Nevada Marching Band sousaphones wait to take the field before the college football game against Utah Tech at Allegiant Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Daniel Jacobi II/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
