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UNLV Rebels Topped North Dakota State 13-7

The Rebels secured a home victory Saturday at Allegiant Stadium after a late defensive stop.

Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Football

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The UNLV Rebels defeated the North Dakota State Bison 13-7 on Saturday at Allegiant Stadium after a late-game interception secured the victory. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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UNLV football fans saw the Rebels hold off North Dakota State 13-7 at Allegiant Stadium. A critical interception in the final minute of play sealed the win for the local team.

Why it matters

The victory maintains momentum for the Rebels as they defend their home turf. The team relied on a stout second-half defensive effort to secure the result.

The game drew a crowd of 33,516 to Allegiant Stadium. Jai'Den Thomas contributed to the offensive effort with 112 rushing yards on 22 carries.

The players

UNLV

The Las Vegas university football team that secured the victory.

Jai'Den Thomas

A UNLV player who recorded 112 rushing yards during the contest.

Andre Porter

A UNLV player who scored a touchdown on a 23-yard interception return.

Mumu Bin-Wahad

A UNLV player who secured the game-winning interception in the final minute.

Ramon Villela

A UNLV player who successfully kicked two second-half field goals.

The details

UNLV shut out North Dakota State in the second half, with Ramon Villela adding two field goals to pad the lead. Andre Porter turned the tide earlier with a 23-yard interception return for a touchdown. The game ended when Mumu Bin-Wahad recorded an interception in the final minute, stopping a late push from the Bison.

Timeline

  1. October 10, 2026

Beyond the Strip

This performance follows the competitive standards set during the 2024 UNLV Rebels football season. The win reinforces the program's recent history of defending its home field at Allegiant Stadium.

Fans heading to Allegiant Stadium for future games should monitor local traffic reports for pre-game congestion. Remember to check stadium bag policies before arriving at the venue.

The takeaway

The Rebels demonstrated defensive resilience to close out the game against a persistent opponent. Keep an eye on how the coaching staff addresses the passing game, specifically the recent turnover streak that ended during this matchup.

Further reading

For more on the Rebels' progress this season, visit the Football section.

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