Jaylon Glover, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas and UNLV running backs coach Adrian Mayes spoke with the media after practice as the Rebels continue fall camp.

Glover talked about his “Sonic and Knuckles” partnership with Jet Thomas, how the two backs push each other, why learning the offense has helped him play faster and why he gave himself a C for last season after battling through an ankle injury.

Thomas discussed the running back room’s depth, his chemistry with Glover, the group’s “erasers” mentality, special teams, kickoff return work, pass protection, adding weight and why he is focused on proving himself this season.

Mayes closed by discussing the competition in the room, how Thomas, Glover and DJ Jones all bring different styles, what Thomas needs to show to become an NFL back, the importance of pass protection and why the running backs call themselves “mechanics” because they fix problems when things break down.

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00:00 - Jaylon Glover on Playing With Jet Thomas
00:35 - Glover on His Fall Camp Progress
01:05 - Glover Grades His 2025 Season
01:40 - Glover on UNLV’s “Erasers” Mentality
02:23 - Glover on the Offensive Line
02:55 - Glover on Complementing Jet Thomas
03:25 - Glover on Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji
04:00 - Jet Thomas on Kickoff Return
04:43 - Thomas on Adding Weight and Staying Ready
05:20 - Thomas on UNLV’s Offensive Line
05:45 - Thomas on Playing With Glover
06:15 - Thomas on Running Back Depth
06:45 - Thomas on Arnold and Orji
07:10 - Thomas on Pass Protection
07:45 - Thomas on His Personal Goals
08:10 - Adrian Mayes on Running Back Competition
09:11 - Mayes on Thomas, Glover and DJ Jones
09:50 - Mayes on Thomas’ NFL Path
10:35 - Mayes on Thomas’ Preparation
11:05 - Mayes on Pass Protection and Pass Catching
11:38 - Mayes on Helping the Quarterbacks
12:20 - Mayes on Practice Standards
13:00 - Mayes on the “Mechanics” Mentality

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Lucas Conti, Cohen Fuller and defensive line coach Ricky Logo spoke with the media after UNLV practice today as the Rebels continue fall camp.

Conti talked about playing next to Fuller, the defensive line’s growth from spring to fall camp, improved communication and the group becoming more physical up front.

Fuller discussed the stress of his eligibility process, what it meant to be cleared, the leadership role he wants to take on and how younger defensive linemen like Poe Purcell, Eli Logo, Jordan Covington and the “Moes” are developing.

Logo closed the media scrum by discussing Fuller’s return, the value of having Fuller and Conti leading the defensive front, UNLV’s edge options, KL’s development, communication with the linebackers and what the defensive line still needs to clean up before the season.

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00:00 - Lucas Conti on Cohen Fuller
00:25 - Conti on Gap Integrity and Communication
01:05 - Conti on Defensive Line Physicality
01:30 - Cohen Fuller on Becoming Eligible
02:15 - Fuller on Football Shape
02:40 - Fuller on the Defense’s Identity
03:25 - What the Eligibility Process Taught Fuller
04:05 - Fuller on Leading Young Players
04:50 - Fuller on the Moes’ Growth
05:40 - Fuller on Poe Purcell
06:25 - Fuller on Eli Logo
07:05 - Fuller on His Dynamic With Lucas Conti
07:35 - Ricky Logo on Cohen Fuller’s Return
08:10 - Fuller’s Role Next to Lucas Conti
08:40 - Young Edge Options and Speed Packages
09:20 - KL’s Development and Staying at UNLV
09:50 - Communication Improvements on Defense
10:45 - Finding the Right Defensive Line Fits
11:30 - Young Players Standing Out
12:00 - Poe Purcell’s Growth
12:40 - Eli Logo and Coach Logo’s Expectations

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UNLV fall camp is underway, and the Rebels have several major questions to sort through before the 2026 season.

On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper and Michael Matsumoto break down what they have seen through the first six practices of fall camp, including the quarterback competition between Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, why the battle is still open, how Derek Garcia and Sebastian Circo fit into the room, and why Dan Mullen may not rush to name a starter before the Memphis opener.

The guys also dive into the latest eligibility situation and what it could mean for UNLV football and basketball. Cohen Fuller is back on the roster and practicing, while Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman could still become major defensive additions if the compliance path opens. On the basketball side, Kimani Hamilton and Al Green remain names to watch as the class-of-2022 eligibility ruling continues to create questions across college athletics.

The episode also covers UNLV’s running back depth with Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas, Jaylon Glover, Cameron Williams and Darrien Jones; the wide receiver room led by Taeshaun Lyons; the tight end competition with Kenyon Burnett, Valtteri Jefferson and Matt Byrnes; offensive line movement; local walk-ons; and why Paul Guenther’s defense looks more comfortable entering year two in the system.

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00:00 - Rebel Daily Drive Returns
01:15 - Eligibility News and Possible Returns
02:50 - Cohen Fuller Back at Practice
04:00 - Laterrance Welch, IFL Questions and NCAA Rules
07:45 - What Welch Could Bring to UNLV’s Defense
08:40 - Donovan Spellman’s Potential Role
11:00 - Kimani Hamilton and Al Green Basketball Impact
12:20 - Why Portal Entries Should Be Public
16:15 - Fall Camp Practice Notes Begin
18:50 - Jackson Arnold vs Alex Orji
23:10 - Reading Practice Clips and Social Media Context
24:15 - Why the Quarterback Battle Is Still Real
30:45 - Running Back Depth Behind Jet Thomas
33:40 - UNLV Wide Receiver Room Taking Shape
37:35 - Tight End Competition
39:10 - Offensive Line Movement and Position Battles
42:40 - Local Walk-Ons and Las Vegas Recruiting
56:20 - Why UNLV’s Defense Looks More Comfortable
59:15 - Paul Guenther’s Year Two Adjustment
01:10:50 - Jackson Arnold’s Development Under Dan Mullen
01:16:05 - Why UNLV Needs Multiple Quarterbacks Ready
01:17:45 - Final Thoughts

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UNLV basketball is not for sale, but Josh Pastner’s $10 million NIL pitch put the Runnin’ Rebels in the national conversation.

On this episode of Rebel Daily Drive, Mike Cooper breaks down Pastner’s “owner” comments, UNLV basketball’s social media campaign, why the university had to clarify that the program is not actually for sale, and what Pastner was really trying to say about NIL, donor support and the cost of competing in modern college basketball.

The episode also covers the latest NCAA eligibility ruling tied to the class of 2022 and what it could mean for UNLV. Dan Mullen confirmed the Rebels will look into possible returns for Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman, while Kimani Hamilton could become a major basketball storyline if the ruling creates a path for another season.

Mike also discusses Cohen Fuller’s eligibility situation, how Welch and Spellman would impact UNLV football, what Hamilton would mean for Josh Pastner’s roster, and why all of this still depends on compliance review, roster limits and the details of each player’s situation.

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00:00 - UNLV Fall Camp, Pastner’s Pitch and Eligibility News
01:30 - Why People Thought UNLV Basketball Was “For Sale”
03:25 - Pastner’s $10M–$12M NIL Pitch
05:20 - What Pastner Was Actually Trying to Say
08:45 - UNLV’s Social Media Campaign and National Reaction
11:25 - Why UNLV Had to Clarify the Program Is Not for Sale
14:50 - Why a Donor Cannot Actually Own UNLV Basketball
16:45 - What Major Donors Really Control in College Sports
18:55 - Why Pastner Is Publicly Asking for Basketball Money
21:10 - UNLV’s NIL Reality and Basketball Budget Questions
23:35 - Why a One-Time Check Is Not Enough
25:40 - The Las Vegas Donor Problem for UNLV
28:10 - NCAA Eligibility Ruling Explained
29:25 - Dan Mullen on Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman
30:05 - What Welch Would Mean for UNLV’s Secondary
32:15 - Donovan Spellman’s Potential Role
34:10 - What Has to Happen Before Players Return
35:10 - Cohen Fuller’s Eligibility Situation
36:20 - How Fuller, Welch and Spellman Could Change the Defense
37:00 - Kimani Hamilton and UNLV Basketball
38:15 - Why Hamilton Would Change Pastner’s Roster
40:00 - Final Thoughts and Scarlet Standard Updates

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Justin Flowe and Dan Mullen spoke after UNLV fall camp as the Rebels continue building toward the 2026 season.

Flowe discussed his move from linebacker to the Jack/edge role, why he believes the position fits him, his decision to return to UNLV, his seventh year in college football and the motivation he is carrying into the season. He also talked about putting everything into football, learning from coaches like Mullen and Dan Lanning, and wanting to finish his college career the right way.

Mullen discussed UNLV’s practice schedule, adjusting to the extreme Las Vegas heat, the quarterback competition, eligibility questions, the impact of the five-for-five rule, Flowe’s effort and character, and why the Rebels are ahead defensively compared to this point last year.

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00:00 - Justin Flowe on Moving to Edge
00:38 - Flowe on Year Seven and Staying Ready
01:05 - Playing for Dan Mullen and Dan Lanning
01:32 - Why the Jack Role Brought Him Back
02:17 - Proving Something to God and His Grandma
02:39 - Returning to UNLV After Testing the Portal
03:21 - Watching Spring Practice and Charging Up
03:55 - Dan Mullen Recruiting Flowe in High School
04:25 - Mullen on Practice Changes and Heat
05:15 - UNLV Quarterback Battle Update
06:00 - Eligibility Questions and Possible Returns
07:10 - Five-for-Five Rule and Young Players
08:18 - Mullen on Flowe’s Effort and Character
10:45 - UNLV Defense Being Ahead of Last Year

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UNLV wide receivers coach Del Alexander and wide receiver Taeshaun Lyons discuss the Rebels’ receiver room, fall camp progress and the competition to earn major roles in Dan Mullen’s offense.

Alexander talks about consistency, route detail, pre-snap anticipation and what UNLV’s receivers need to show after losing a veteran-heavy group from last season. Lyons discusses becoming a leader in the room, adding weight, building chemistry with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, working with younger receivers and what the Rebels’ defensive backs are showing early in camp.

The conversation also covers UNLV’s unproven but talented receiver group, the challenge of growing alongside new quarterbacks, the five-for-five eligibility rule and why Lyons believes the trust between the quarterbacks and receivers is already growing.

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UNLV head coach Dan Mullen joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas.

Mullen talks about the excitement around UNLV football, the program’s new championship standard, the Rebels’ challenging non-conference schedule, Jai’Den Thomas’ role in the offense, Jaylon Glover and the running back room, the quarterback competition with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, portal recruiting, NIL, defensive staff changes, early-season tests against Memphis and North Texas, and what it means for UNLV to be positioned as one of the faces of the new-look Mountain West.

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00:00 - Dan Mullen Joins Rebel Daily Drive
00:30 - UNLV Becoming the Best Show in Town
00:49 - Las Vegas Buying Into Rebel Football
01:40 - Is the Mountain West Championship the New Standard?
04:20 - Building a CFP-Worthy Schedule
05:57 - Maximizing Jai’Den Thomas
07:04 - Jaylon Glover and the Running Back Room
08:28 - Jackson Arnold and the Quarterback Battle
10:34 - Evaluating Portal Talent Quickly
11:42 - Recruiting Players Who Love Football
12:47 - Paul Guenther and Mike Scherer’s Defensive Dynamic
14:39 - Memphis and North Texas Early-Season Tests
15:24 - UNLV as the Face of the New Mountain West

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New Mexico head coach Jason Eck joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas.

Eck talks about New Mexico’s breakout season, the growing UNLV-New Mexico matchup, how success has changed recruiting, the five-for-five rule, NIL and roster value, Mountain West scheduling, Jack Layne’s development, New Mexico’s player development model, tight ends to watch, and what former UNLV wide receiver Troy Omeire can bring to the Lobos’ offense.

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00:00 - Jason Eck Joins Rebel Daily Drive
00:16 - New Mexico’s Breakout Season
00:43 - Is UNLV-New Mexico Becoming a Bigger Mountain West Game?
01:55 - How Success Has Changed Recruiting
02:43 - Five-for-Five Rule and Player Movement
04:18 - NIL, Moneyball and Roster Value
06:10 - Scheduling Oklahoma and Building a CFP Resume
07:57 - Jack Layne’s Next Step
09:12 - New Mexico’s Player Development Message
10:24 - New Mexico Players to Watch
11:19 - Troy Omeire’s Role in the Offense
12:08 - Final Thoughts

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San Jose State head coach Ken Niumatalolo joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas.

Niumatalolo talks about his time coaching at UNLV under John Robinson, his memories of Jason Thomas, San Jose State’s quarterback competition, the promotion of Bojay Filimoeatu, the current NIL and transfer portal landscape, what he looks for in players, the five-for-five rule, roster retention, leadership, team chemistry, opening the season against USC, future scheduling and what success looks like for the Spartans this season.

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00:00 - Ken Niumatalolo’s Time at UNLV
00:36 - Coaching Jason Thomas
01:32 - San Jose State Quarterback Battle
02:29 - Promoting Bojay Filimoeatu
03:08 - NIL and the “Wild West”
04:27 - What Coaches Look For in Players
05:23 - Finding Players Who Want to Play
06:13 - Five-for-Five Rule and Transfer Questions
07:03 - Building a Bounce-Back Season
08:34 - Keeping Players Engaged
10:02 - Revenue, Recruiting and College Football Changes
10:57 - Defensive Leaders and Team Leadership
12:07 - Building Chemistry With New Players
13:43 - Preparing for USC
14:48 - Scheduling Big Games
16:13 - Future Scheduling Strategy
17:08 - Fresno State and Former Mountain West Teams
17:52 - Defining Success This Season

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Air Force head coach Troy Calhoun joins Rebel Daily Drive at 2026 Mountain West Football Media Days in Las Vegas.

Calhoun talks about the new-look Mountain West, quarterback Liam Szarka’s growth, the biggest changes he has seen in college football, UNLV’s rise, Ken Niumatalolo joining San Jose State, Air Force’s defensive identity, Owen Allen’s role in the offense, the unique demands of playing at the Academy, mental toughness, defensive leaders, the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy, scheduling with only two open non-conference spots and what it will take for Air Force to bounce back this season.

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00:00 - Troy Calhoun Joins Rebel Daily Drive
00:26 - Liam Szarka’s Growth at Quarterback
01:03 - How College Football Has Changed
02:15 - Ken Niumatalolo Joining San Jose State
03:11 - Air Force’s Defensive Identity
03:57 - Liam Szarka and Owen Allen in the Offense
04:43 - Five-for-Five Rule and the Academy Model
05:59 - Balancing Football and Academy Training
06:41 - Air Force’s Bounce-Back Mindset
07:52 - Mental Health and Academy Support
09:13 - Defensive Leaders to Watch
09:41 - New Mountain West Members
10:21 - Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy Motivation
10:31 - Air Force’s Scheduling Approach
11:21 - CFP Scheduling and Non-Conference Games
12:20 - Why Air Force Can Be Competitive This Year
13:37 - Final Thoughts

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