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There Is A "Case To Be Made For Either Side" When The UNLV Rebels Take On The Boise State Broncos

The Mountain West Championship could be a toss-up.

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UNLV Rebels quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) looks to throw against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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UNLV Rebels wide receiver Kayden McGee (16) completes a pass play as he runs for a touchdown in the first half against the California Golden Bears at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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