UNLV vs Boise State Mountain West Championship Game Prediction | CFB Best Bets
John Canady
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The UNLV Rebels are set for a rematch against the Boise State Broncos with the Mountain West Championship on the line. However, the conference championship won’t be the biggest goal in sight, with the winner of this showdown punching their ticket to the College Football Playoff. Considering what’s at stake, expect a dogfight between these two teams.
UNLV vs. Boise State
- Location: Albertsons Stadium (Boise, Idaho)
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Where to Watch: FOX
- Spread: Boise State -3.5
- Moneyline: Boise State -184
- Total: 57.5
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UNLV vs. Boise State Best Bet: Boise State -3.5
Looking back at the last matchup between these two teams, it came down to the wire. However, despite their best shot, the Rebels still fell short of knocking off the Broncos in a 29-24 loss. Even then, Boise State pulled out a win by five points. This time, on their own home field, the Broncos could be in line for a massive game in front of their fans to clinch a playoff berth.
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UNLV vs. Boise State Best Total Bet: Over 57.5
Entering this matchup, Boise State has put on an offensive masterclass weekly, averaging 40.6 points per game. Meanwhile, UNLV trails just behind, averaging 38.7 points per contest. It won’t be a surprise to see the two teams surpass the set total of 57.5 points in what could quickly turn into a shootout. A final score of 34-27 seems like a realistic outcome.
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UNLV Best Player Bet: Hajj-Malik Williams 2+ Passing Touchdowns +120
Hajj-Malik Williams took over as the starting quarterback after an in-season situation led to the team’s current starter entering the transfer portal. However, the senior has taken over and thrived in the Rebels offense since earning the starting job. Tossing 17 touchdowns and four interceptions on the season, UNLV will likely rely on the Georgia native to keep them in this matchup. In addition, Williams finished the midseason matchup against Boise State with 179 passing yards and two touchdowns in the first matchup.
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Boise State Best Player Bet: Ashton Jeanty First Touchdown Scorer +200
Ashton Jeanty needs no introduction with just how dominant he’s been this season. The running back has emerged as a Heisman finalist behind his 2,288 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns on the season. Jeanty has been the focal point of the Broncos’ offense, and it will be hard to see any world where Boise State doesn’t prioritize touches to their star back, regardless of how hard UNLV tries to shut him down. To set the tone early, it won’t be a shock to see the shifty back find the end zone first on Friday.
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