UCLA vs UNLV Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 6, 2025
UCLA travels to Allegiant Stadium to face UNLV on Saturday, September 6, 2025, with kickoff scheduled for 5:00 PM PT (8:00 PM ET), and coverage on CBS Sports Network. In Week 1, the Bruins fell hard to Utah, 43–10, while the Rebels opened strong with wins over FCS Idaho State (38–31) and Sam Houston State (38–21). Expect a tense rematch between an unsettled UCLA and a Rebels squad brimming with early-season momentum. Get in on the action with our free college football picks.
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UCLA Analysis
After starting 0–1, the Bruins need to reset quickly. Their opener exposed weaknesses on both sides of the ball: they produced just 220 yards of offense (136 passing, 84 rushing) and allowed 492 yards defensively. Notably, their defense allowed 206 passing yards and 84 rushing yards, surrendering 43 points. Their turnover margin is also a concern at –1, compared to UNLV’s +3.
UNLV Analysis
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| 1 |  Rob Vincilleti | +2,576.00 |
| 2 |  Ross Benjamin | +1,654.00 |
| 3 |  Earle Sports Bets | +1,541.00 |
| 4 |  Dan Kaiser | +1,397.00 |
| 5 |  Mark Ruelle | +784.00 |
UNLV (2–0) has risen early, but both openings came against subpar opponents, including one FCS team. Still, their offense looks dynamic—ranking 30th in yards per game and 41st in scoring (38 PPG). Behind first-year head coach Dan Mullen, the Rebels are now perceived at the top of the Mountain West after dominating Sam Houston.
Standout Players and Key Notes
UNLV’s offense is driven by quarterback Anthony Colandrea, who showcased his arm and smarts in Week 1. His connection with receivers offers explosive potential at home. Meanwhile, UCLA’s defense must clean up sloppy tackling (Isaiah Chisom posted 17 tackles last week). Both teams are dealing with early-season uncertainty—and lineup rotation will be key under DeShaun Foster as they search for stability.
Prediction Reasoning
This matchup is shaping up as a true toss-up. While UCLA has the pedigree and talent, their Week 1 performance was uneven. UNLV, though untested by elite competition, plays confident and cohesive football. The home-field advantage and offensive rhythm give UCLAs edge—but it's razor-thin. I lean toward UNLV, believing their momentum and hostile environment will carry them past an unsettled Bruin roster.
Final Score Projection: UNLV 31, UCLA 27
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