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UNLV Football Lands 3-Star OT Jesus Garcia In 2026 Recruiting Class

UNLV continues its 2026 recruiting momentum as 3-star offensive tackle Jesus Garcia commits, citing strong connections with Dan Mullen’s staff and the program’s rising appeal.

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UNLV Football Lands 3-Star OT Jesus Garcia In 2026 Recruiting Class

UNLV continues its 2026 recruiting momentum as 3-star offensive tackle Jesus Garcia commits, citing strong connections with Dan Mullen’s staff and the program’s rising appeal.

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UNLV Football Lands 3-Star DL Bryce Waters, Dan Mullen’s 2026 Recruiting Class Grows

Tampa Bay standout Bryce Waters commits to UNLV, choosing the Rebels over multiple offers as Dan Mullen continues to build a powerhouse 2026 recruiting class.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Rebels head coach Dan Mullen
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Dan Mullen, UNLV Football Land 2026 3-Star Recruit OT Mateo Bilaver

Chaminade OT Mateo Bilaver commits to UNLV, citing Dan Mullen’s vision and family-like culture as the Rebels continue building a standout 2026 recruiting class.

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UNLV Lands Local 3-Star DL Poe Purcell As Dan Mullen’s 2026 Recruiting Momentum Grows

UNLV head coach Dan Mullen continues to impress on the recruiting trail, landing local standout Poe Purcell—an imposing 6'4", 315-pound defensive lineman from Las Vegas—as part of the Rebels' promising 2026 class.

Mark Morales-Smith
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Former Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Josh Pastner reacts on the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half at the Petersen Events Center.
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Josh Pastner Offers 4-Star 2026 Forward Maximo Adams In Continued Recruiting Surge

New UNLV head coach Josh Pastner continues to impress on the recruiting trail, extending an offer to 4-star Sierra Canyon forward Maximo Adams as he rapidly rebuilds the Runnin’ Rebels program.

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UNLV Football Eyes 2027 Recruits Carsten Campbell And Jaylen Fitzgerald

UNLV football is already building toward 2027, offering scholarships to promising prospects Carsten Campbell and Jaylen Fitzgerald as part of Dan Mullen’s long-term vision.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Football Heats Up 2026 Recruiting Trail With Key Prospect Visits And Commitments

Head coach Dan Mullen and the Rebels continue to build a strong 2026 class, hosting top recruits and securing key hard commits during a busy offseason in Las Vegas.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Football Looks Ahead, Offers 2027 WR Kai Cypher, 2029 DE Kitiona Tupua

UNLV’s coaching staff is thinking long-term, extending offers to 2027 WR Kai Cypher and 2029 DE Kitiona Tupua as part of their forward-thinking recruiting strategy.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Lands 2026 O-Line Commit Eli 'The Big Pirate' Sanchez From Ohio

Three-star offensive lineman Eli Sanchez commits to UNLV, citing his strong bond with O-line coach Mike Sollenne and a desire to build something special in Las Vegas.

Mark Morales-Smith
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The UNLV Rebels logo at midfield during the Mountain West Championship at Allegiant Stadium.
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UNLV Football Recruiting: Full List Of 2026 Official Visitors

With head coach Dan Mullen leading the charge, UNLV is attracting top 2026 prospects from Nevada, Texas, Hawaii, and beyond during a crucial stretch of official visits.

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Detailed view of a UNLV Rebels helmet during the Guaranteed Rate Bowl at Chase Field.
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UNLV Hosts Local Star WR Major Pride As Recruiting Battle Heats Up

Canyon Springs standout Major Pride visited UNLV, and the Rebels are now in a tight race with several Mountain West rivals for the prized 2026 wide receiver prospect.

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Dan Mullen unveils his first recruiting class at UNLV.
Football

Dan Mullen Draws Criticism From SEC Podcaster After Taking UNLV Head Coaching Job

Former Florida coach Dan Mullen is now leading the UNLV Rebels, but not everyone in SEC circles is happy about it—especially Will Miles of The SEC Football Podcast, who shared pointed criticism of Mullen’s new role.

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Las Vegas Star Matthew Mason Commits To BYU Over UNLV Despite Local Recruiting Push

Faith Lutheran safety Matthew Mason, a top 2026 Las Vegas recruit, commits to BYU over UNLV, citing a strong connection with the Cougars' coaching staff.

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UNLV Football Lands 3-Star TE Andreas Diaz-Nicolaidis In 2026 Recruiting Class

UNLV continues its 2026 recruiting momentum as head coach Dan Mullen secures a commitment from 3-star tight end Andreas Diaz-Nicolaidis, a top-15 prospect in Nevada.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Lands 2026 Commitment From Versatile WR Vincent Carner Of Newbury Park High

Head coach Dan Mullen continues to build UNLV’s future, securing a 2026 commitment from 6'3" wide receiver Vincent Carner, a multi-sport standout from California.

Mark Morales-Smith
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The UNLV Rebels logo in the end zone is seen before the Mountain West Championship between the Boise State Broncos and the UNLV Rebels at Allegiant Stadium.
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Three-Star DL Prin Fox Commits To UNLV Over Boise State And Boston College

Washington native Prin Fox, a powerhouse defensive lineman and record-setting lifter, has committed to UNLV for 2026, choosing the Rebels over Boise State and Boston College.

Mark Morales-Smith
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High Point Panthers forward Kimani Hamilton (5) shoots the ball against Purdue Boilermakers forward Caleb Furst (1) during the first half at Amica Mutual Pavilion.
Basketball

Josh Pastner Turns Transfer Turmoil Into Triumph In First Offseason At UNLV

Despite heavy roster turnover, new UNLV head coach Josh Pastner delivered a strong transfer portal haul that positions the Rebels as a potential top-five team in the Mountain West.

Mark Morales-Smith
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Former Temple Owls offensive lineman James Faminu (62) in action during the second quarter against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium.
Football

Why James Faminu Could Be The Most Important Addition To UNLV Football In 2025

As UNLV football rebuilds its offensive line under new head coach Dan Mullen, senior left tackle James Faminu could be the key to the Rebels’ Mountain West title hopes.

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Football

Dan Mullen Praises UNLV Facilities Over Florida’s In Bold Offseason Statement

New UNLV head coach Dan Mullen lauds the Rebels’ top-tier facilities while subtly shading Florida, calling Vegas the perfect setup for immediate championship contention.

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Ryan Abuan
Golf

UNLV Men’s Golf Adds All-WCC Transfer Ryan Abuan Ahead Of 2025–26 Season

UNLV bolsters its golf roster with standout transfer Ryan Abuan, a former All-WCC honoree from the University of San Diego.

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2025 WAC UNLV Swimming & Diving Champions
Swim & Dive

UNLV Men’s Swimming And Diving Lands Distance Standout Luke Leon Guerrero

Troy High School star Luke Leon Guerrero commits to UNLV, adding depth to a dominant Rebels distance squad fresh off back-to-back WAC titles.

Mark Morales-Smith
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Former Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen reacts against the Samford Bulldogs during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Football

Dan Mullen Embraces Las Vegas In Building UNLV Football Culture

New UNLV head coach Dan Mullen discusses how Las Vegas' unique energy shapes recruiting, player experience, and the challenges of building a college football program in a pro-style city.

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UNLV Women's Soccer
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UNLV Women’s Soccer Adds Three Standout JUCO Transfers

The UNLV Rebels women's soccer team has signed Alyssa White, Brooke Gardner, and Tania Tapia—three decorated JUCO transfers expected to make an immediate impact in 2025.

Mark Morales-Smith
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High Point Panthers forward Kimani Hamilton (5) dribbles the ball against Purdue Boilermakers forward Caleb Furst (1) and center Will Berg (44) during the first half at Amica Mutual Pavilion.
Basketball

Josh Pastner Rebuilds UNLV Roster With Six Key Transfers In First Offseason

New head coach Josh Pastner wasted no time reshaping the UNLV Runnin' Rebels, landing six promising transfers to lay the foundation for a program revival.

Mark Morales-Smith
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UNLV Rebels head coach Dan Mullen
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Why Dan Mullen Isn’t Worried About Players Leaving Via Transfer Portal

While many college coaches push back against the transfer portal, UNLV's Dan Mullen is taking a confident, player-first approach—trusting that development, culture, and championship ambition will keep his roster intact.

Mark Morales-Smith
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