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  1. 1d ago

    Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Jake Pope React After UNLV’s Week 0 Loss to Memphis

    Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Jake Pope spoke with the media after UNLV’s Week 0 loss to Memphis at Allegiant Stadium. Mullen said the game came down to red zone scoring after UNLV came up empty on multiple chances, including two failed fourth downs and a missed field goal. He credited Memphis for playing a hard-fought game but said the Rebels need to take big steps forward with new faces and become more consistent. Arnold discussed his first game in a UNLV uniform, the offense’s rhythm in the open field and the frustration of not finishing drives. Mullen said Arnold made quick reads, got the ball out, made good decisions and handled his first game in the offense well. Pope discussed the defense’s energy, the explosives UNLV allowed and the need to clean up tackling and deep-ball mistakes. Mullen also talked about the fourth-down decision in the red zone, Memphis’ fourth-quarter pressure, Austin Boyd’s injury, BJ coming in at center and why the Rebels have to find ways to win close games. Mullen closed by thanking UNLV fans for the atmosphere and joking that the crowd should be loud on defense and quieter when the Rebels have the ball. 00:00 - Mullen on the Memphis Loss and Red Zone Issues 01:29 - Jackson Arnold’s First UNLV Start 03:19 - Momentum Swing Before Halftime 04:20 - Fourth-Down Decision in the Red Zone 05:28 - Defensive Performance and Tackling 07:06 - Austin Boyd Injury Update 07:45 - Jake Pope on Defense and Explosives 08:35 - Offensive Line After Boyd Went Down 09:26 - Arnold on His First Game at UNLV 10:15 - Fourth-Quarter Offense and Memphis Pressure 11:30 - Mullen on Close Games and Fan Support 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

    Dan Mullen, Jackson Arnold and Jake Pope React After UNLV’s Week 0 Loss to Memphis

  2. 1d ago

    UNLV-Memphis Game Day Preview: Jackson Arnold, Jet Thomas, Defensive Questions and CFP Stakes

    Rebel Daily Drive previews UNLV’s Week 0 opener against Memphis as game day arrives in Las Vegas. Mike Matsumoto is joined by Mike Cooper and Matt to break down Jackson Arnold being named the starter, how Alex Orji could still factor into Dan Mullen’s offense, and why Jai’Den Thomas, Jaylon Glover and the offensive line could define the Rebels’ approach. The crew also looks at UNLV’s wide receiver room, including Taeshaun Lyons, Vincent Carner, Taz Reddicks, Peyton Zachary, DeAngelo Irvin Jr. and Kayden McGee, along with the different matchup options the Rebels can use without one clear Ricky White-type alpha. On the Memphis side, the discussion focuses on Charles Huff’s rebuilt roster, Marcus Stokes at quarterback, Dallan Hayden in the backfield, Hunter Tipton at tight end, Jamon Tapp and Mike Montgomery on defense, and how much continuity Memphis still has despite major roster turnover. The episode also gets into Cohen Fuller being ruled ineligible, the impact of losing Fuller, Laterrance Welch and Donovan Spellman, and which young defensive players could step forward for Paul Guenther’s defense. The show closes with final score predictions, season expectations, Mountain West championship talk, the College Football Playoff ceiling and a call for UNLV fans to create a real game-day environment at Allegiant Stadium. 00:00 - UNLV-Memphis Preview 01:40 - Jackson Arnold and Alex Orji 02:54 - Jai’Den Thomas and the Run Game 06:34 - UNLV Wide Receiver Room 08:30 - Campus Energy 11:35 - Memphis Roster Turnover 12:37 - Marcus Stokes and Dallan Hayden 14:15 - Hunter Tipton, Jamon Tapp and Mike Montgomery 17:44 - Cohen Fuller Ruled Ineligible 19:52 - Welch, Spellman and Defensive Depth 22:30 - UNLV’s Defense 29:14 - Offensive Players to Watch 30:01 - Defensive Players to Watch 32:02 - Austin Boyd and the Offensive Line 35:43 - Tre Fulton and the Secondary 36:28 - Memphis Scheme Questions 40:04 - Final Predictions 43:34 - Season Expectations 47:31 - Game-Day Environment 48:58 - Vegas Varsity Promo 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/ Vegas Varsity: https://vegasvarsity.com/ Use promo code SSM10 for 10% off. #UNLVFootball #UNLVFB #MountainWest

    UNLV-Memphis Game Day Preview: Jackson Arnold, Jet Thomas, Defensive Questions and CFP Stakes

  3. Aug 20

    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

  4. Aug 17

    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

  5. Aug 17

    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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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

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