UNLV Rebels
2025 Season Results

UNLV Rebels — 2025 Season Review

The UNLV Rebels completed the 2025 season with a 10-4 overall record under head coach Dan Mullen, navigating a outstanding campaign as a member of the Mountain West. The program averaged 34.1 points per game while allowing 28.0 points per contest across 14 games.

The highlight reel included a 42-10 victory on the road against Colorado State Rams, a 38-10 victory at home against Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors, and a 42-17 victory on the road against Nevada Wolf Pack. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the UNLV Rebels's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

The 2025 season was not without its challenges, as the team endured a narrow 35-40 defeat to New Mexico Lobos and a narrow 10-17 defeat to Ohio Bobcats. However, the program's response to adversity demonstrated character and resilience throughout the campaign.

Conference play saw the UNLV Rebels finish 6-3 within the Mountain West in 2025, a mark that reflected both the program's strengths and the challenging nature of league competition. The UNLV Rebels coaching staff navigated the conference schedule with a focus on development and competitiveness.

The postseason brought Scooter's Coffee Frisco Bowl: L 10-17, capping the 2025 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the UNLV Rebels to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

At home, the UNLV Rebels went 5-1, while posting a 5-2 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2025 roster from start to finish.

The offense was particularly productive early in the campaign, scoring 260 points in the first half of the schedule before cooling to 217 in the latter portion. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 28.0 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

The 2025 season ultimately represented a successful chapter in UNLV Rebels football history. With a final record of 10-4, the program exceeded expectations and established a foundation for continued success in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 14 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.