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UNLV Rebels football season performance

Overview

The UNLV Rebels football team secured consecutive victories in September and October 2026.

In early September, UNLV defeated Hawaii 21-6 to claim the Ninth Island Trophy. Quarterback Jackson Arnold contributed two rushing touchdowns, while Jai’Den ‘Jet’ Thomas added a 50-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. The UNLV defense prevented Hawaii from scoring, recording five sacks and an interception.

On October 3, UNLV defeated California 39-31 at Allegiant Stadium. Jackson Arnold led the offense with five total touchdowns, including three passing and two rushing. Despite a fourth-quarter comeback attempt by California, UNLV regained the lead following a 42-yard run by Arnold. The California Golden Bears played the game with several roster challenges, including injuries to Adam Mohammed, Kingston Lopa, and quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele.

Entities

UNLV · Jackson Arnold · Jai’Den Thomas · California · Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    UNLV defeats California 39-31 behind Jackson Arnold's five touchdowns

    Jackson Arnold recorded five touchdowns to lead UNLV to a 39-31 victory over California, despite a fourth-quarter rally by the Bears and injuries to Cal's starting quarterback.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    UNLV defeats Hawaii 21-6 to claim Ninth Island Trophy

    UNLV defeated Hawaii 21-6 to win the Ninth Island Trophy, led by two rushing touchdowns from Jackson Arnold and a 50-yard score from Jai’Den Thomas.

Sources

2news.com · hawaiitribune-herald.com · newsday.com · si.com · sportsradioservice2013.wordpress.com · yourNEWS.com