UNLV Rebels Playoffs 2026
UNLV Rebels 2026 playoff page. The UNLV are 5-4, 5th in the Mountain West with a +4 point differential and a 1-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Wyoming Cowboys 35-41 at home. Next up: away at the New Mexico Lobos (8-1) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.571 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
UNLV Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 35-41 vs 
Wyoming Cowboys
· Week 1
Next game
at 
New Mexico Lobos (8-1)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.571 · 0 vs current playoff teams
Mountain West Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico Lobos | 8-1 | 4-0 | +213 | W4 |
| 2 |  North Dakota State Bison | 7-2 | 2-1 | +146 | W1 |
| 3 |  Air Force Falcons | 7-2 | 1-1 | +65 | W2 |
| 4 | Wyoming Cowboys | 6-3 | 3-0 | +2 | W3 |
| 5 | UNLV Rebels | 5-4 | 1-2 | +4 | L1 |
| 6 |  San Jose State Spartans | 5-5 | 2-2 | -11 | W1 |
| 7 |  Hawaii Rainbow Warriors | 3-6 | 2-1 | -27 | W2 |
| 8 |  Nevada Wolf Pack | 3-6 | 1-2 | -25 | L2 |
| 9 |  UTEP Miners | 1-8 | 0-3 | -182 | L3 |
| 10 |  Northern Illinois Huskies | 0-9 | 0-4 | -182 | L4 |
Season Trend
UNLV Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Air Force | 7-2 | L 31-41 | |
| 1 | vs Northern Illinois | 0-9 | W 31-24 | |
| 1 | vs Wyoming | 6-3 | L 35-41 | |
| 1 | at New Mexico | 8-1 | ||
| 1 | at San Jose State | 5-5 | ||
| 1 | vs Nevada | 3-6 |
This UNLV Rebels playoffs page refreshes after every UNLV game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Mountain West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
UNLV Rebels playoffs FAQ
Are the UNLV Rebels in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the UNLV be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Mountain West today.
Who leads the Mountain West?
New Mexico Lobos (8-1); the UNLV are 5th.
When is the next UNLV game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM EST, away at the New Mexico Lobos.
How hard is the UNLV remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.571 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the UNLV clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Mountain West, or finish with one of the five best records among Mountain West non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the UNLV record at home and on the road?
1-1 at home, 0-1 away; 1-2 in the division and 1-2 in the half.