NCAAF: California vs UNLV Preview, Odds, Picks (Oct 3)
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- California came up short in their ACC home opener against Clemson, falling to them 24-10.
- UNLV improved to 2-2 on the season, following a 38-10 victory on the road against Akron.
- These two teams last faced off back on December 18, 2024, in a game that UNLV won 24-13.
- California Golden Bears +2.5
In this week’s California vs UNLV matchup, a battle of 2-2 teams takes place. The winner will climb back above the .500 mark, taking a step closer to bowl eligibility. Meanwhile, the loser will drop to 2-3. The Rebels are favored to narrowly win this at home.
California Seeking Bounce Back Victory
California dropped to 2-2 last week, following their loss to Clemson. The offense struggled to get going against a tough Tigers defense, scoring just 10 points in the defeat. A second loss all but ended any longshot CFP aspirations for the Golden Bears, but they’ll be fighting for bowl eligibility for the remainder of the season. They’ll be seeking their fourth consecutive bowl appearance, and first bowl win since 2019.
UNLV Aiming to Build Momentum
UNLV is hoping to improve to 3-2 with a second consecutive victory after dominating Akron in Week 4. The Rebels jumped ahead early and never looked back, ultimately winning the game 38-10. There’s still a long way to go to get back into contention for the G6’s CFP spot, but UNLV has enough chances left to still make a run. They need a win against California in this game to realistically keep their hopes alive.
California vs UNLV NCAAF Pick
California and UNLV are two pretty balanced teams looking to avoid falling below the .500 mark. The Rebels hold the home-field advantage in this game, but have struggled mightily this season against capable opponents. Cal might be the strongest team they’ve faced yet, and their win over Akron doesn’t provide enough confidence yet to prove they can win this week. Take the Golden Bears to earn the upset on the road.
