Fans of the UNLV Rebels football team have a lot to look forward to in 2023. With the return of head coach Tony Sanchez, the Rebels have some exciting matchups on their schedule. From the Mountain West Conference opener against Colorado State to the Las Vegas Bowl, UNLV football fans can expect plenty of exciting action. The Rebels have a total of 12 games on their schedule for the 2023 season, with six of them at home. Here's a look at the UNLV football schedule for 2023.
UNLV vs. Colorado State
The season kicks off with a Mountain West Conference opener against the Colorado State Rams on September 2nd at Sam Boyd Stadium. This is the first time Colorado State has been on the UNLV schedule since 2014, making it a big matchup to start the season. The Rams have had a successful run in the Mountain West in recent years, and this game will be a good test for the Rebels to see how they match up against a quality opponent.
UNLV vs. San Diego State
The following week, the Rebels hit the road to take on San Diego State in a pivotal Mountain West matchup. This game could decide the West Division of the conference, and the Aztecs have been one of the best teams in the conference in recent years. It's a big game for both teams, and the Rebels will need to be prepared for a tough battle. This game will be played on September 16th at SDCCU Stadium.
UNLV vs. Air Force
The Rebels return home for a key Mountain West matchup against Air Force on October 7th. The Falcons are always a tough opponent and will be looking to get revenge for their loss to UNLV last season. Air Force is a talented team and the Rebels will need to be at their best if they want to get the win. This game will be played at Sam Boyd Stadium.
UNLV vs. Boise State
The next week, the Rebels will be on the road to take on the Boise State Broncos. Boise State has been one of the most successful teams in the Mountain West in recent years, and they will be looking to continue that success against UNLV. This is always an exciting matchup, and the Rebels will need to be ready if they want to come away with the win. This game will be played on October 14th at Albertsons Stadium.
UNLV vs. Fresno State
The Rebels will then be back home to take on Fresno State on October 28th. The Bulldogs have been a force to be reckoned with in the Mountain West in recent years, and the Rebels will need to be prepared for a tough battle. This game will be played at Sam Boyd Stadium and could decide the West Division of the conference.
UNLV vs. Hawaii
The Rebels will then hit the road to take on the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors on November 4th. This game is always a fun matchup, as the two teams have a long history of playing each other. This game will be played at Aloha Stadium and should be an exciting one to watch.
UNLV vs. Nevada
The regular season will then come to a close with the Battle for the Fremont Cannon against Nevada on November 25th. This is always the biggest game of the year for both teams, and this year should be no different. The Rebels will be looking for revenge for last year's loss, and this game will be played at Mackay Stadium.
Las Vegas Bowl
The Rebels will then move on to the Las Vegas Bowl, which will be played on December 16th at Sam Boyd Stadium. The Rebels have had some success in this bowl game in the past, and this could be a chance for them to make a statement and prove they are one of the top teams in the Mountain West. This game could also decide the conference champion, making it a must-watch game.
Conclusion
The 2023 UNLV football schedule is an exciting one for Rebels fans. With a mix of home and away games, the Rebels will have plenty of chances to prove themselves against some of the top teams in the Mountain West. It will be an exciting season for UNLV, and fans can look forward to some exciting games throughout the year.