UNLV Linebacker Cam Santee Named Player of the Week
The senior earned the honor following the Rebels' 38-10 road victory over Akron.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Football
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UNLV senior linebacker Cam Santee has been named the Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week after helping the Rebels secure a 38-10 win against Akron. Santee anchored a defense that kept the Zips scoreless in the second half.
Why it matters
The recognition follows a strong defensive performance for the Rebels as they prepare to return home to Allegiant Stadium. The team currently holds a 2-2 season record heading into their next matchup.
Santee recorded 10 total tackles, including eight solo efforts and one interception, in the 38-10 win. This performance contributed to a total of three interceptions by the UNLV defense during the contest.
The players
Cam Santee
A senior linebacker for UNLV who transferred from Holy Cross.
UNLV
The Las Vegas university whose football program competes in the Mountain West.
The details
Santee, a transfer from Holy Cross, led all players on the field with his double-digit tackle count. The Rebels defense effectively shut down the Akron offense throughout the entire second half of play. The team now turns its attention to a home game against Cal scheduled for this coming Saturday.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: Article published regarding player award.
Next Saturday: UNLV hosts Cal at Allegiant Stadium.
Beyond the Strip
The Rebels program has continued to evolve since first joining a college athletic conference in 1982. This latest individual recognition highlights the defensive growth seen under the current coaching staff.
Fans planning to attend next Saturday's game should prepare for traffic near Allegiant Stadium. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. at the venue.
The takeaway
The Rebels defense showed significant improvement by allowing zero points in the second half of the Akron game. Keep an eye on the defensive stats during the upcoming game against Cal at Allegiant Stadium.
What happens next
UNLV hosts Cal at Allegiant Stadium next Saturday with a scheduled kickoff time of 12:30 p.m.
Further reading
For more updates on the Rebels, visit the Football section.
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