The UNLV Rebels kick off their 2025 season in a Week 0 matchup against the Idaho State Bengals on Saturday. UNLV enters the matchup with a new coaching staff, led by head coach Dan Mullen. The Bengals, who finished 5-7 in 2024, placed sixth in the Big Sky at 3-5. The Rebels, who placed second in the Mountain West at 6-1 last season, were 11-3 overall. Idaho State has lost nine straight season openers, while the Rebels have won their last three openers to the year.
Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. UNLV is 7-2 all-time against Idaho State, including five straight victories. The Rebels are 25.5-point favorites in the latest Idaho State vs. UNLV odds, while the over/under for total points scored is set at 63.5. The Rebels are -4000 on the money line (risk $4