LAS VEGAS — Looking for a Week 0 upset at UNLV, the Idaho State Bengals held a seven-point lead in the fourth quarter.

But two late interceptions thrown by quarterback Jordan Cooke, who was excellent otherwise, led to a go-ahead touchdown for the Rebels (1-0) in a 38-31 loss for the Bengals (0-1).

ISU was the aggressor much of the game, jumping out to a 10-0 lead in the first quarter and consistently answering UNLV scores.

The Bengals were led by a massive performance from senior running back Dason Brooks, who carried the ball 18 times for 132 yards and two scores, while adding 38 yards on three catches.

Cooke was equally effective for much of the game, completing 30 of 50 pass attempts for 380 yards and one touchdown. He added 15 yards and a score on one reception, but a pair of picks

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