The 51st edition of the Fremont Cannon rivalry, the Mountain West’s fiercest in-state battle since 1969, headlines Week 14 as the No. 19 UNLV Rebels (9-2, 5-2 MWC) invade Mackay Stadium to face the Nevada Wolf Pack (3-8, 2-5 MWC). UNLV, surging under Barry Odom in year two, can clinch a share of the West Division title and a strong bowl resume (projected LA Bowl) with a victory, capping a 10-2 regular season after a dominant 45-10 home win over Utah State on November 23. Nevada, Brian Howland’s squad fighting for pride in a rebuilding year, hosts desperate to snap a two-game skid and reclaim the Cannon after a 38-14 loss at Boise State—the Wolf Pack’s worst defeat since 2022. The Rebels’ explosive rushing attack (top-15 nationally, 240 YPG) tests Nevada’s middling front seven, while the Pack’s passing efficiency could exploit UNLV’s secondary—expect Reno rivalry fire, Wolf Pack howls, and a high-stakes, ground-heavy affair with the Cannon and postseason positioning at stake.
Venue Location
The game returns to Mackay Stadium in Reno, Nevada. This 27,000-seat Mountain West staple, opened in 1968 and renovated in 2017, is Nevada’s home since 1968 and known for its electric “Pack Pride” student section and tailgate traditions amid the Sierra Nevada foothills. It’s UNLV’s “road” venue (a 450-mile drive from Las Vegas), where the Wolf Pack hold a 15-10 home record in the series—expect a raucous, near-sellout crowd for the Cannon’s return.
Kickoff: 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT)
Broadcast: CBS Sports Network (primary), with streaming on CBS Sports app and Fubo. Radio: UNLV’s 1340 AM (Rebel Radio Network); Nevada’s 94.5 FM (Wolf Pack Radio Network).
Weather Updates
Reno’s late-November forecast delivers crisp, high-desert conditions with a fall bite. Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 55°F (13°C) and a low around 30°F (-1°C). Winds: Light 7 mph from the northwest, with 0% chance of precipitation and UV index of 3. Dry and mild—artificial turf field firm and fast, favoring UNLV’s up-tempo offense (top-15 pace), though evening chill may slow passing arms.
Injury Report
UNLV enters healthier after a bye, but Nevada’s depth is tested by recent wear. Updates as of November 28.
UNLV Rebels:
| Player | Position | Status | Injury Details | Impact |
| J. Eubanks | LB | Questionable | Undisclosed (limited vs. Utah State) | Tackle leader (est. 50 stops); if out, thins front seven (team ranks 60th vs. rush). |
| Gumms | Various | Unknown | Hamstring (midseason; uncertain for Nevada) | Depth piece; no major ripple if sidelined. |
Overall: Two key concerns; Odom noted “full go” for starters, with offense intact (top-15 scoring, 38 PPG).
Nevada Wolf Pack:
| Player | Position | Status | Injury Details | Impact |
| Toa | QB | Probable | Undisclosed (limited vs. Boise State) | Starter (2,100 yds, 15 TDs); full practice—Wolf Pack 3-2 with Toa 200+ yds. |
| Crews | RB | Questionable | Lower body (Nov. 22) | Rotational back (400 yds); overworks lead RB in bottom-50 rush. |
Overall: Two limited; Howland called it “manageable,” with secondary stable but O-line shuffled (30 sacks allowed).
Player Matchups
UNLV’s athleticism (top-15 SP+ offense) crushes Nevada’s grit (top-80 defense). Reno elevation (4,500 ft) favors Rebels’ conditioning; keys:
Nevada QB Toa (probable) vs. UNLV Secondary: Toa’s efficiency (58% comp., 15 TDs) targets shorts. Rebels’ DBs (top-40 efficiency, 12 INTs) force TOs. Edge: UNLV—Rebels 7-1 with 2+ TOs; Wolf Pack 1-5 with 3+ giveaways.
UNLV QB Hajj-Malik Moore vs. Nevada Pass Rush: Moore’s mobility (400 rush yds) extends plays. Pack’s front (bottom-60 sacks) pressures 18% dropbacks. Edge: Moore—UNLV 8-0 exceeding 350 yds/game.
Nevada RB (post-Crews) vs. UNLV Front Seven: Pack backs (140 YPG) face LBs (top-50 run D). Edge: UNLV—Nevada 0-5 under 100 rush yds.
UNLV WR (group) vs. Nevada CBs: Targets (est. 1,200 yds) exploit zones. Pack bend (80th passer rating). Edge: UNLV—Rebels 6-2 when WRs hit 200+ yds.
Recent Team Forms
UNLV Rebels: Odom’s Rebels dominated Utah State 45-10 (Nov. 23), with Moore’s poise (300 yds). Offense humming (38 PPG), D elite (top-15 scoring). Morale: Title hunt—9-1 SU overall.
Nevada Wolf Pack: Howland’s Pack fell 38-14 at Boise State (Nov. 23), with Toa’s flashes (200 yds) undone by turnovers (10 given last 3). Balanced but fading (20 PPG). Morale: Home pride—2-3 SU at Mackay.
Series History
The Fremont Cannon rivalry, contested annually since 1969, sees Nevada leading overall. All-time: Nevada leads 28-22 (15-10 home for Nevada, 13-12 away for UNLV). Last 10: Nevada 4-6 (UNLV 6-4 recent). UNLV holds Cannon after 2024’s W. At Mackay: Nevada 15-10. Iconic: Nevada’s 1996 56-31 rout; UNLV’s 2024 streak-snapper.
| Year | Winner | Score | Notes |
| 2024 | UNLV | 38-14 | Rebel road win |
| 2023 | Nevada | 37-31 | Pack upset |
| 2022 | UNLV | 45-42 | OT thriller |
| 2021 | Nevada | 42-10 | Dominant |
| 2020 | UNLV | 30-27 | Close |
Betting Trends
UNLV: 8-3 ATS (72.7%); 4-1 ATS as 7+ road faves. 7-4 O/U; overs in 5/7 away. 8-1 SU as fave (88.9%). Vs. Nevada: 6-4 SU last 10.
Nevada: 4-7 ATS (36.4%); 2-3 ATS as 7+ home dogs. 6-5 O/U; overs in 4/6 home. 2-6 SU as underdog (25%). Series: 4-6 SU last 10.
Series Trends: Road team 5-5 SU last 10; overs 6/10 (avg. 55 pts). Favorites cover 6/10; UNLV 5-2 ATS road vs. Nevada. Advanced: FPI gives UNLV 70% win prob. UNLV top-15 offensive SP+; Nevada 100th overall.
Game Odds
UNLV Rebels – 7.5
Nevada Wolfpack 52.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, November 28, 2025
