- Matchup: Memphis Tigers vs. UNLV Rebels
- Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Line: Rebels favored by 5.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 56.5
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On Saturday, August 29, 2026, the Memphis Tigers (8-5 last season) will face off against the UNLV Rebels (10-4 last year) at Allegiant Stadium. The UNLV squad starts as 5.5-point favorites in this clash, and the over/under for total points is set at 56.5.
Last season, the Memphis Tigers concluded with an 8-5 record. Their most recent game saw them lose to the NC State Wolfpack 31-7. During that game, they executed 70 plays and accrued 303 total yards. The Tigers had 36 rushing attempts for 149 yards, averaging 4.1 yards per carry. Defensively, they allowed 116 rushing yards on 33 carries (3.5 yards per attempt) while permitting 14 completions on 26 passes, totaling 221 yards with a 53.8% completion rate.
In terms of scoring, the Memphis Tigers averaged 32.5 points per game, ranking 31st in college football with an average of 183.2 rushing yards. Over the entire season, they amassed 5,351 total yards and scored 17 touchdowns through the air along with 34 on the ground. The offense achieved 296 first downs but also committed 72 penalties, totaling 625 yards lost. They turned the ball over 12 times.
Defensively, Memphis placed 52nd in Division 1, giving up 23.2 points per game. They allowed an average of 3.7 yards per rush and 131.0 rushing yards per game, resulting in 1,703 rushing yards allowed over 13 games. Through the air, they surrendered 2,954 yards, ranking 92nd nationally, with an average of 227.2 passing yards allowed per game and a 60.6% completion rate. Overall, they gave up 358.2 yards per contest, with 16 passing touchdowns and 22 rushing touchdowns against them.
The UNLV Rebels closed the previous season with a 10-4 record. Their most recent outing resulted in a 17-10 defeat against the Ohio Bobcats. In that game, the Rebels managed 281 total yards over 59 plays (averaging 4.8 yards per play). On the ground, they averaged 3.3 yards per carry, totaling 97 yards from 29 carries. Defensively, they allowed 43 rushing attempts for 207 yards (4.8 yards per carry) while their pass defense allowed an 11-for-15 completion rate for 143 yards (73.3%).
The UNLV Rebels showcased an impressive offensive performance, averaging 446.4 yards per game, placing them 20th in Division 1. However, they also recorded 927 penalty yards due to 106 infractions, ranking 4th nationally for penalties against them. Their rushing game averaged 195.5 yards per game, totaling 2,737 yards last season. The Rebels recorded 8 interceptions, lost 8 fumbles, and registered 325 first downs. In scoring ability, they ranked 17th nationally with an average of 34.1 points per game, finishing the season with 3,513 passing yards and an average of 250.9 passing yards per game (42nd nationally).
Defensively, the Rebels allowed an average of 28.0 points per game, positioning them 89th in Division 1. They gave up 2,484 rushing yards (177.4 yards per game) along with 24 rushing touchdowns last season. Through the air, they surrendered 22 touchdowns and 241.7 yards per game, ranking 110th in the nation. The Rebels defense was active for 920 plays, ranking 115th nationally, while claiming 10 fumbles and intercepting 14 passes throughout the year. Overall, they allowed a total of 392 points on the season.
Who will prevail in the Tigers vs. Rebels college football face-off against the spread?
Prediction: Choose the Rebels -5.5
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