Nevada Wolf Pack defeat Western Kentucky 49-14 in season opener

The Nevada Wolf Pack opened their 2026 season with a dominant 49-14 victory over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Mackay Stadium.

Quarterback Carter Jones threw two touchdown passes, completing 9 of 15 passes for 163 yards. Running back Dominic Kelley led the rushing attack with 152 yards on 11 carries, including a 72-yard touchdown run on only the second play from scrimmage. Other Nevada touchdowns were scored by Herschel Turner, Donnie Cheers, and Carter Jackson.

Western Kentucky, led by quarterback Rodney Tisdale Jr., managed two rushing touchdowns from Ajay Allen, who finished with 102 yards. Despite the loss, Western Kentucky heads into a matchup against No. 3 Georgia, while Nevada prepares to host Montana State.