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The spotlight will shine bright on two outstanding pass-catchers when Ricky White III and the UNLV Rebels, currently boasting an impressive 8-2 record, square off against Nick Nash and the San Jose State Spartans, who hold a respectable record of 6-4, on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Those eager to catch the unmissable clash between the Rebels and Spartans can tune in to the game live on Fox Sports 1.
How to Watch UNLV vs. San Jose State
- When: Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10 p.m. ET
- Location: CEFCU Stadium in San Jose, California
- Live Box Score: FOX Sports
UNLV vs. San Jose State: Head to Head
- In their recent history, the San Jose State Spartans have triumphed over the UNLV Rebels with two wins in their last two encounters.
- Throughout these matchups, the Spartans have maintained a perfect 2-0 record against the spread (ATS), while the two teams have only exceeded the total point threshold on one occasion.
- In the past couple of games, the Rebels scored 39 fewer points than the Spartans, highlighting a significant gap in offensive production.
UNLV 2024 Stats & Insights
- With an average of 435.1 offensive yards per game, UNLV ranks 32nd in the FBS, demonstrating a potent offensive attack. In contrast, their defense sits 75th, conceding 373.2 yards per game, indicating room for improvement.
- The Rebels’ defense has been pressured, allowing 260.5 passing yards per game, ranking 15th-worst in the FBS, compelling them to rely heavily on their 108th-ranked passing offense.
- In terms of scoring defense, UNLV ranks 58th this season, allowing an average of 23.4 points, but they’ve excelled offensively, standing sixth overall with an impressive 39.9 points per game.
- UNLV has demonstrated prowess in the running game, ranking sixth-best in rushing offense, amassing 249.1 rushing yards per game, while simultaneously holding a commendable 21st position in rushing defense.
- Despite ranking 74th in third-down conversions, the Rebels have shone defensively with a ranking of 23rd in limiting their opponents to a 32.9% conversion rate.
- With a turnover margin of +13, quite impressive for their turnover count of six this season, UNLV ranks fourth nationally in turnover margin.
San Jose State 2024 Stats & Insights
- San Jose State has shown offensive strength, accumulating an average of 432.5 total yards per game, ranking them 35th in the FBS, while their defensive stats reflect a need for improvement, as they currently rank 95th in total yards allowed.
- With a pass defense that ranks 98th in the FBS by allowing 240.9 passing yards per game, their offense counterbalances with a remarkable fourth-best ranking for passing yards accumulating an average of 343.7 yards per contest.
- On the offensive line, the Spartans are 63rd in scoring with an average of 28 points per game, while their defense sits at 77th, allowing an average of roughly 25.9 points per game to their opponents.
- Struggling on the ground, the Spartans find themselves among the bottom 25 for rushing offense, averaging just 88.8 rushing yards per game, an area that needs focused improvement.
- While ranking 58th in third-down conversions at 41.3%, they may need to enhance their defensive play as they rank 12th-worst in third-down percentage allowed.
- The Spartans have been highly active defensively, forcing a total of 23 turnovers, contributing to their ranking of fourth in the FBS for this statistic.
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What are the key strengths and weaknesses of UNLV and San Jose State going into their matchup?
**Interview with Sports Analyst Alex Johnson on the Upcoming UNLV vs. San Jose State Matchup**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Alex! Thank you for joining us today to discuss the exciting matchup between UNLV and San Jose State. There’s a lot of buzz surrounding this game, especially considering both teams have had interesting seasons so far.
**Alex Johnson:** Thanks for having me! This matchup is definitely one to watch, given the strengths and weaknesses of both teams.
**Interviewer:** Let’s start with UNLV. They are sitting at an impressive 8-2 record. What do you think has been the key to their success this season?
**Alex Johnson:** UNLV’s offense is a major reason for their success. Averaging 435.1 offensive yards per game, they rank 32nd in the FBS. They’ve proven to be explosive, particularly in the running game, where they rank sixth with 249.1 rushing yards per game. Their ability to score—averaging an outstanding 39.9 points per game—has certainly kept them competitive.
**Interviewer:** It seems their offensive production has been pivotal. However, their defense has some room for improvement. How do you see that playing out against San Jose State?
**Alex Johnson:** Absolutely. Their defense allows 373.2 yards per game, ranking 75th and they struggle in pass defense, ranking 98th. They’ll need to tighten up against San Jose State, which has proven to be a challenging opponent. This could be a defining factor in the game.
**Interviewer:** Turning to San Jose State, they have a solid 6-4 record. What stands out about their gameplay?
**Alex Johnson:** San Jose State has shown strong offensive capabilities as well, averaging 432.5 yards per game, which is quite close to UNLV’s stats. However, their defensive issues are concerning; they rank 95th in total yards allowed. If they don’t adjust, it could lead to a high-scoring game in favor of UNLV.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned that both teams have had recent head-to-head matchups where San Jose State has the upper hand. How might this historical context influence the game?
**Alex Johnson:** History can play a psychological role in sports. With San Jose State holding a 2-0 record against UNLV in their last two encounters and having successfully covered the spread, they might have the confidence boost they need. However, UNLV’s potent offense will put pressure on San Jose State to keep pace.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead to the game, what matchup or player are you particularly excited to see on the field?
**Alex Johnson:** I’m really looking forward to watching Ricky White III from UNLV. He’s been a standout pass-catcher this season and could create problems for San Jose State’s defense, which has shown vulnerabilities. Likewise, I’ll be interested to see how Nick Nash responds for San Jose State, especially with the pressure on him to generate points.
**Interviewer:** for fans planning to tune in, when and where can they catch the game?
**Alex Johnson:** The game is set for Friday, November 22, 2024, at 10 p.m. ET at CEFCU Stadium in San Jose. Fans can catch the live action on Fox Sports 1. It’s going to be a thrilling matchup for sure!
**Interviewer:** Thanks, Alex! Your insights are invaluable, and we can’t wait to see how this game unfolds.
**Alex Johnson:** Thank you! I’m looking forward to it as well.
