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  1. 1d ago

    Former UNLV WR Ed Gentry Joins Rebel Daily Drive to Break Down Fall Camp

    Mike Matsumoto filled in for Mike Cooper on Rebel Daily Drive and was joined by new Scarlet Standard contributor Ed Gentry, a former UNLV wide receiver, to break down what he saw during the final stretch of UNLV fall camp. Gentry discussed the Rebels’ wide receiver room, the bounce-back he saw after a rough first practice, Taeshaun Lyons’ leadership and why he views Lyons as the top receiver in the group right now. He also broke down what makes Vincent Carner intriguing as a route runner and why Peyton Zachary has stood out despite being undersized. The conversation also turned to UNLV’s defensive backs, where Gentry pointed to Mumu Bin-Wahad as the tone-setter for the group. He explained what makes a good defensive back, including versatility, balance, acceleration, anticipation and strong hands, while also discussing the physical edge he saw from the secondary. Matsumoto and Gentry also talked through the quarterback battle between Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji. Gentry praised Arnold’s catchable ball, timing and arm talent, while pointing to Orji’s leadership, voice and command of the huddle as his biggest strengths. The show closed with observations on UNLV’s interior defensive line, the growth of the program, Gentry reconnecting with former teammate Hunky Cooper, the Rebels’ 30 wins over the last three seasons and why NIL support remains one of the biggest issues facing UNLV football. Tap in for the full Rebel Daily Drive fall camp breakdown. 00:00 - Mike Matsumoto Introduces Ed Gentry 00:58 - UNLV’s Wide Receiver Room and Taeshaun Lyons 02:32 - Vincent Carner and Peyton Zachary 05:48 - Defensive Back Room and Mumu Bin-Wahad 08:14 - Cornerback Play, Safeties and Defensive Concepts 09:00 - What Makes a Good Defensive Back 11:29 - Jackson Arnold, Alex Orji and the QB Battle 14:38 - UNLV’s Facilities, Interior D-Line and Program Growth 16:22 - Hunky Cooper and Former Rebels Staying Connected 18:09 - UNLV’s Momentum, NIL and Keeping Local Talent 20:13 - Closing and Memphis Preview Tease Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  2. 4d ago

    Mitch Singler Explains UNLV’s Special Teams Plan, Field Position and Return Game

    Ramon Villela, Matt Choules and Mitch Singler spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Villela discussed his offseason focus as a kicker, improving his leg strength, becoming more consistent from 30 yards and beyond, learning from former UNLV specialists and working on kickoffs. He also talked about the operation with Matt Choules and Tyson Jacobson, what Singler has brought as special teams coordinator and how involved Dan Mullen has been with the unit. Choules discussed his first time punting indoors at the Raiders facility, adjusting to Las Vegas, growing up in Australia, playing Aussie rules football, training through ProKick, transferring from Kennesaw State and why Mullen’s hands-on approach with punters helped sell him on UNLV. He also talked about Cam Brown, working with Raiders punter AJ Cole and what he wants to prove in his first college football season. Singler discussed his collaboration with Mullen, how special teams fits into the larger offense-defense field-position picture, Jai’Den Thomas’ value as a returner, the Australian punting pipeline, the process of finding Choules and Jacobson, limiting penalties on returns and how UNLV will decide who earns special teams roles. Tap in for the full UNLV special teams media availability. 00:00 - Ramon Villela on Kicking, Consistency and Mullen’s Special Teams Role 03:12 - Matt Choules on Punting Indoors, Australia and UNLV 09:40 - Mitch Singler on Special Teams, Field Position and Personnel Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  3. 5d ago

    Dan Mullen Talks UNLV Situational Football, Memphis Prep, QB Transition and Bucket Hat Debate

    Dan Mullen spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue building toward the season opener against Memphis. Mullen discussed the Rebels’ work on special teams, two-minute situations and late-game scenarios, saying those situations may not matter until they become the most important plays of the game. He also talked about evaluating which players are ready for game reps, how UNLV is building depth and why established players like Jai’Den Thomas do not need to prove as much as younger players still fighting for roles. Mullen also discussed the adjustment from facing UNLV’s own offense and defense every day to preparing for Memphis, a team with a new coaching staff, a new-look roster and an unsettled quarterback situation. He said UNLV has already studied both Memphis quarterbacks but that much of Week 1 preparation still has to center on the Rebels themselves. The conversation also covered quarterback development, why Mullen is hard to please when evaluating the position, the transition from base installations to a Memphis-specific game plan, situational awareness for wide receivers, DeAngelo Irvin Jr. and Taz Reddicks getting the ball in space, how many receivers UNLV could play early and whether Mullen’s bucket hat could make a game-day appearance. Tap in for the full UNLV practice media availability. 00:00 - Dan Mullen on Situational Football 00:45 - Two-Minute Drill and Special Teams Work 01:15 - Finding Players Ready for Game Reps 02:05 - Evaluating Depth and Rotations 02:55 - Drawing the Defense Offside 03:30 - Preparing for a Different Opponent 04:10 - Memphis’ Quarterback Situation 04:45 - Scouting Both Memphis Quarterbacks 05:15 - Game-Day Communication With Staff 05:45 - Preparing for Memphis’ New Staff and Roster 06:30 - Quarterback Development and Mullen’s Standards 07:20 - Transitioning to a Memphis Game Plan 08:00 - Situational Football for Receivers 08:50 - Getting Out of Bounds and Clock Awareness 09:35 - DeAngelo Irvin Jr., Taz Reddicks and Ball-in-Hand Receivers 10:15 - UNLV’s Wide Receiver Production Questions 10:55 - Playing Multiple Receivers Early 11:35 - Dan Mullen’s Bucket Hat Debate 12:20 - Could the Bucket Hat Show Up on Game Day? Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  4. Aug 13

    Akeem Davis, Avery Helm and Quandarius Keyes Talk UNLV DBs, Finishing and Welch’s Return

    Akeem Davis, Avery Helm and Quandarius Keyes spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Davis discussed how the cornerback room is coming together, why experience matters in year two of the defense and why “finish” has become a major emphasis for the Rebels. He also talked about cutting down explosive plays, the chip UNLV is carrying after reaching the championship game, the competition created by Dan Mullen’s offense, the growth of the receivers and tight ends, and the leadership inside the defensive back room. Helm discussed his path back to Mullen after starting for him at Florida, transferring to TCU and eventually reaching out through Instagram after entering the portal. He also talked about coming back from multiple injuries, finally feeling healthy, getting his “flame” back, his relationship with his mom, his speed background, his leadership style and why he feels ready to play now. Keyes discussed the cornerback room, feeling more comfortable in Paul Guenther’s defense, why the secondary feels more prepared in year two, the group’s preparation for Memphis, the receivers he faces every day, the value of practicing against Mullen’s offense and what Laterrance Welch adds after returning to the secondary. Tap in for the full UNLV defensive backs media availability. 00:00 - Akeem Davis on UNLV’s Cornerbacks 00:35 - Experience in Year Two 01:05 - Finishing as the Main Emphasis 01:45 - Cutting Down Explosive Plays 02:10 - UNLV’s Championship Chip 02:40 - Competing Against Dan Mullen’s Offense 03:20 - Receivers and Tight Ends Challenging the DBs 04:00 - Returning Corners and Established Expectations 04:45 - Leadership in the Defensive Back Room 05:25 - Avery Helm’s Skill Set 06:10 - Mumu Bin-Wahad and Denver Harris Getting Healthy 06:55 - Two Weeks From Kickoff 07:20 - Finish, Finish, Finish 08:00 - Avery Helm’s Journey to UNLV 08:35 - Helm Reaching Out to Mullen 09:20 - Coming Back From Injury 10:05 - Helm Getting His Flame Back 10:45 - Helm on His Skill Set and Speed 11:25 - Helm on His Mom 12:05 - Helm’s Leadership Style 12:41 - Quandarius Keyes on Cornerback Competition 13:10 - Cutting Down Explosive Plays 13:35 - Comfort in Guenther’s Defense 14:00 - Why the Defense Feels More Prepared 14:45 - Ready for the Season 15:15 - Preparing for Memphis 15:45 - Vocal Leaders in the Secondary 16:10 - UNLV Wide Receivers 16:45 - Practicing Against Mullen’s Offense 17:15 - Competition for Playing Time 17:50 - Laterrance Welch’s Return Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  5. Aug 12

    Louie Addazio, Austin Boyd and Jackson Brown Talk UNLV Offensive Line and “The Room”

    Louie Addazio, Austin Boyd and Jackson Brown spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Addazio discussed the offensive line’s progress, the mix of veterans and young players in the room, the importance of versatility and why UNLV is still working through combinations up front. He also talked about Will Thomas taking reps at right tackle, Alakai Afoa’s growth, Joe Metzger’s versatility, Austin Boyd’s leadership at center and why the line has built its identity around “the room.” Boyd discussed his transition to center, becoming the quarterback of the offensive line, building chemistry with Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji, the leadership conversation he had with Orji, Addazio’s intense coaching style and why UNLV’s offensive line believes it has to carry the offense. Brown discussed transferring to UNLV, his connection with Addazio, adapting to the Rebels’ offense, playing both tackle spots, the competition up front, the responsibility the line has with a quarterback battle ongoing, and what he has seen from Arnold and Orji. He also talked about the freshmen in the room, continuity up front and why the group has bought into Addazio’s coaching style Tap in for the full UNLV offensive line media availability 00:00 - Louie Addazio on UNLV’s Offensive Line 00:30 - Veterans, Young Players and Versatility 01:05 - Finding the Best Five Up Front 01:35 - Will Thomas Working at Right Tackle 02:10 - Alakai Afoa’s Growth 02:45 - Joe Metzger’s Versatility 03:15 - Austin Boyd’s Leadership at Center 03:45 - Why It Starts Up Front 04:15 - Preparing for Friday’s Scrimmage 04:55 - Addazio’s Coaching Style 05:40 - Colton Thomasson’s Progress 06:20 - The Meaning of “The Room” 06:55 - Austin Boyd on the O-Line Mentality 07:30 - Boyd’s Transition to Center 08:05 - Boyd on Taking a Leadership Role 08:40 - Boyd on the Quarterback Competition 09:15 - Building Chemistry With Arnold and Orji 09:55 - Boyd’s Leadership Conversation With Orji 10:35 - Using His Voice as Center 11:05 - Offensive Line Points of Emphasis 11:50 - Boyd on Addazio’s Coaching Style 12:40 - Handling Pressure and Hard Coaching 13:10 - Jackson Brown on UNLV’s O-Line Culture 13:45 - Brown on Transferring to UNLV 14:20 - Brown on Adapting to the Offense 14:50 - Brown on Playing Tackle 15:25 - Tackle Competition 16:05 - Brown on “The Room” 16:40 - Protecting Arnold and Orji 17:15 - Quarterback Competition 17:55 - Freshman Linemen Development 18:40 - Continuity Up Front 19:15 - Brown on Louie Addazio Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  6. Aug 11

    Kap Dede, Jake Pope and Tre Fulton Talk UNLV Secondary, Leadership and Camp Growth

    Kap Dede, Jake Pope and Tre Fulton spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Dede discussed how the secondary is coming together, the leadership from Jake Pope, Tre Fulton and Mumu Bin-Wahad, and why communication is such a major focus for the back end of UNLV’s defense. He also talked about Bin-Wahad’s flexibility at corner and nickel, Laterrance Welch’s return, the importance of older players helping younger players on the sideline, block destruction drills, takeaways, tackling and playing aggressive without drawing penalties. Pope talked about the secondary’s progress, the defense becoming more disciplined, the value of having a dedicated safeties coach, Welch’s return, playing closer to the line of scrimmage in certain calls and why UNLV expects to play with a more ferocious identity this season. Fulton discussed returning to UNLV, his comfort level in Paul Guenther’s defense, working with Dede, the leadership from Pope and Bin-Wahad, adding weight, improving communication, the growth of the wide receivers and why freshman Darian Lewis has stood out during camp. Tap in for the full UNLV secondary media availability. 00:00 - Kap Dede on UNLV’s Secondary 00:35 - Mumu Bin-Wahad’s Role and Versatility 01:10 - Lineup Rotation and Young DBs 01:35 - Jake Pope and Tre Fulton as Leaders 02:05 - Laterrance Welch’s Return 02:35 - Leadership Standards After Practice 03:05 - Communication in the Secondary 03:45 - Dede on Mumu Bin-Wahad’s Growth 04:20 - Block Destruction and Physicality 05:10 - Playmaking, Takeaways and Tackling 05:50 - Balancing Aggression and Penalties 06:45 - Dede on Life in Las Vegas 07:30 - Jake Pope on the Secondary’s Progress 08:05 - Pope on Defensive Improvement 08:40 - Pope on the 1% Standard 09:15 - Pope on Year Two in the Defense 09:45 - Dedicated Safety Coaching 10:25 - Laterrance Welch Back in the Room 11:15 - Championship Defense Lessons 12:00 - Pope’s Versatility Near the Line 12:45 - Biggest Difference in UNLV’s Defense 13:20 - Communication and Defensive Identity 14:00 - Tre Fulton on His Growth 14:40 - Fulton on Returning to UNLV 15:25 - Fulton on Kap Dede’s Impact 16:00 - Dedicated Safety Coaching on Game Day 16:35 - Pope and Mumu as Leaders 17:20 - Fulton’s Growth From Last Year 18:00 - UNLV Wide Receivers Improving 18:40 - Communication Growth 19:15 - Mumu Bin-Wahad’s Voice 19:50 - Darian Lewis Standing Out 20:20 - Fulton on His Length Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

  7. Aug 10

    Dan Mullen, Paul Guenther Talk UNLV QB Battle, Eligibility Returns and Defensive Front

    Dan Mullen and Paul Guenther spoke with the media after UNLV practice as the Rebels continue fall camp. Mullen discussed the Rebels’ latest scrimmage, the work still needed between the quarterbacks and wide receivers, Alex Orji’s progress as a passer now that he is healthy, and why UNLV still has not named a starting quarterback. Mullen said both quarterbacks could play if both can help the Rebels win games. Mullen also addressed the return of experienced players, including Cohen Fuller, Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman. He said the players are available, ready to go and able to pick things up quickly because of their experience in the defense. Guenther discussed UNLV’s defensive growth entering year two in the system, the importance of Fuller and Lucas Conti inside, the depth on the defensive line, young players pushing for roles and how additions to the defensive staff have helped the Rebels organize the front seven and back end. Tap in for the full UNLV practice media availability. 00:00 - Dan Mullen on UNLV’s Scrimmage 00:45 - Quarterback and Receiver Timing 01:15 - Alex Orji’s Progress and Health 01:50 - Mullen on Naming a Starting QB 02:25 - Could UNLV Play Two Quarterbacks? 03:05 - Evaluating the Scrimmage 03:45 - Cohen Fuller, Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman 04:50 - Returning Players Learning the Defense 05:35 - Young Players and Scrimmage Evaluation 06:05 - Special Teams Practice 06:45 - Mullen’s Involvement on Special Teams 07:20 - Fuller and Lucas Conti Leading the Defensive Front 08:05 - Paul Guenther on Year Two in the Defense 08:50 - Welch and Fuller Returning 09:25 - Defensive Line Depth 10:00 - Poe Purcell, Eliah Logo and Young Players 10:40 - Mike Scherer’s Addition to the Staff 11:35 - Defensive Staff Roles 12:20 - Older Players and Starting Faster 12:55 - Guenther Grades the Defense 13:20 - Bam McClure’s Growth as a Coach Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #DanMullen

  8. Aug 7

    Jaylon Glover, Jai’Den “Jet” Thomas and Adrian Mayes Talk UNLV Running Backs

    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. Tap in for the full UNLV running backs media availability. 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 Follow The Scarlet Standard: Website: https://the-scarlet-standard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTPBxVqczV4vLqAlivI3FPw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GJCuyv8rTRu5arNdcjH4v Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarlet-standard/id1885404705 X/Twitter: https://x.com/SS_MediaLV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ss_medialv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Scarlet-Standard-LV-61577609316045/ #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

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