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Recap - Rebels Defeat Sam Houston State 38-21

Jaden Bradley caught 6 passes for 125 yards against the Sam Houston State defense as UNLV handed the Bearkats a 38-21 loss on Friday at Shell Energy Stadium.

UNLV won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -9.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 60.5.

Jai'Den Thomas rushed for 65 yards, while Keyvone Lee added 42 yards in the win. Jaden Bradley and JoJo Earle added 125 and 66 receiving yards respectively.

Landan Brown rushed for 85 yards for Sam Houston State, while Elijah Green added 36 yards. Mabrey Mettauer threw for 86 yards for the Bearkats, while receivers Tim Burns Jr. and Malik Phillips had 59 and 28 yards respectively.

UNLV lost the time of possession battle 30:18-29:42, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

UNLV looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against UCLA. Sam Houston State will aim to get back on the winning track at Hawaii.