- Matchup: UNLV Rebels vs. Ohio Bobcats
- Scheduled Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Venue: Ford Center At The Star, Frisco, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Bobcats (+6.5)
- Game Total: 65.5
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On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the Ohio Bobcats (8-4) will face off against the UNLV Rebels (10-3) at the Ford Center At The Star during the Scooter’s Coffee Frisco Bowl. According to Las Vegas bookmakers, Ohio enters the game as 6.5-point underdogs, with the over/under established at 65.5.
The UNLV Rebels commence this game with a season record of 10-3. Their most recent outing ended in a 38-21 defeat to the Boise State Broncos. In that match, the Rebels executed 34 rushing attempts, amassing 184 yards for an average of 5.4 yards per attempt. Over 72 plays, they achieved a total of 409 yards. Defensively, they allowed 17 completions out of 31 attempts for a total of 289 yards, culminating in a completion rate of 54.8%. On the ground, UNLV conceded 171 yards on 38 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring, the UNLV Rebels are producing an impressive average of 35.9 points per game. Their ground game is particularly strong, with an average of 203.1 rushing yards per game, ranking them 19th in college football. For the season, the Rebels have racked up a total of 5,968 yards. In scoring distributions, UNLV has recorded 23 touchdowns through the air and 33 on the ground. The team has accomplished 307 first downs while incurring 101 penalties totaling 887 yards, and they have committed turnovers 16 times.
Regarding their pass defense, the Rebels have surrendered 3,241 yards this season, ranking them 127th nationally. They permit an average of 249.3 passing yards per game, with a completion percentage against of 59.4%. Overall, UNLV allows an average of 424.5 yards per game, placing them at 122nd nationally. They have given up 23 passing touchdowns and 22 rushing touchdowns, yielding an average of 5.3 yards per carry and 175.2 rushing yards per game. Over the course of the year, they have allowed a total of 2,278 rushing yards across 13 games, ranking 92nd in team defense by allowing an average of 28.8 points per game.
The Ohio Bobcats enter this game with an 8-4 record this season. In their previous match, they secured a narrow victory of 31-26 against the Buffalo Bulls. The Bobcats achieved a decisive total of 506 yards while executing 77 plays, resulting in an average of 6.6 yards per play. Their running game was formidable, averaging 6.6 yards per attempt and totaling 359 yards on 54 carries. Defensively, Ohio allowed 32 rushing attempts for 100 yards, which equates to an average of 3.1 yards per rush. In terms of their pass defense, they allowed a completion percentage of 57.1%, yielding 270 yards on 16 completions out of 28 attempts.
Ohio boasts an impressive average of 416.3 yards per game this season, placing them 34th nationally. The Bobcats’ offense has accumulated 578 yards in penalties through 76 infractions, ranking 61st in Division 1. They average 228.8 rushing yards per game, having totaled 2,746 rushing yards this season. In terms of turnovers, they have thrown 10 interceptions and allowed 7 fumbles to be recovered by opponents, while securing 262 first downs. Scoring-wise, the Bobcats rank 60th in Division 1, averaging 28.7 points per game. This season, they have accumulated 2,251 passing yards, averaging 187.6 yards per game, placing them 106th in college football.
On defense, Ohio has conceded a total of 1,775 rushing yards (averaging 147.9 yards per game) and 14 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also surrendered 19 passing touchdowns and an average of 210.1 yards per game, positioning them 51st nationally. Overall, this season, they have given up a total of 275 points. The Bobcats have forced 4 fumbles and intercepted 11 passes. Their defense has been involved in 730 total plays this season, ranking them 11th in college football. Ohio allows an average of 22.9 points per game, sitting at 50th in the nation.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s Rebels vs. Bobcats college football game against the spread?
Prediction: Take the Rebels -6.5
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