UNLV vs Hawaii Prediction Football Picks Today 11/21/25

In this article we will formulate a UNLV vs Hawaii prediction for this College Football game on Friday, November 21st at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 13 matchup. 

UNLV Rebels Betting Preview

The UNLV Rebels are 8-2 (4-2) this season after they defeated Utah State in double overtime by a score of 29-26 last week. UNLV trailed 13-10 at halftime and 23-20 in the fourth quarter, but they tied the game late and managed to win in the second overtime. The Rebels were out gained by a total of 434-422, went 7-15 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 1-0 in the game. Anthony Colandrea went 24-43 for 276 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Kayden McGee rushed three times for 54 yards and one score. Troy Omeire led the receivers with four receptions for 83 yards in the win. The UNLV defense recorded seven sacks and eight tackles for loss in the game. 

Prior to that game, UNLV defeated Colorado State by a score of 42-10, but lost to New Mexico by a score of 40-35 before that. The Rebels have split their last four games and they are currently tied for second in the Mountain West standings. UNLV has scored 36.6 points per game with 258.0 passing yards and 201.7 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 31.0 points against per game this season. Anthony Colandrea has thrown for 2,527 yards, 18 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Jai’Den Thomas has rushed for 780 yards and eight scores on 103 carries this season. 

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Betting Preview

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors are 7-3 (4-2) this year after they defeated San Diego State by a score of 38-6 in their last game. Hawaii led 24-6 at halftime and added 14 points in the third quarter for the blowout win. The Rainbow Warriors out gained SDSU by a total of 386-267, went 9-17 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 4-1 in the game. Micah Alejado went 22-34 for 256 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Cam Barfield rushed 11 times for 69 yards. Jackson Harris led the receivers with seven catches for 130 yards and three scores in the win. The Hawaii defense recorded three sacks and zero tackles for loss in the game. 

Prior to that game, Hawaii lost to San Jose State by a score of 45-38, but did beat Colorado State by a score of 31-19 before that. The Rainbow Warriors have won four of their last five games and they are currently tied for second in the Mountain West standings. Hawaii has scored 30.5 points per game with 302.4 passing yards and 105.2 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 23.7 points against per game this season. Micah Alejado has thrown for 2,380 yards, 18 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, while Jackson Harris has 42 receptions for 731 yards and 10 scores this year. 

Why the UNLV Rebels will win

• UNLV has won 15 of its last 17 games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Hawaii has lost 17 of its last 21 road games.
• The home team has covered the spread in each of the last four games between Hawaii and UNLV.
• Hawaii has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four road games in November.
• Hawaii has lost the first half in nine of its last 12 road games against conference opponents.

Why the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors will win

• Hawaii has won four of its last five games as an underdog.
• The underdog has covered the spread in each of UNLV’s last five games at Allegiant Stadium.
• UNLV has failed to cover the spread in each of its last four games as a home favorite.
• Hawaii has won the first half in six of its last seven games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Four of Hawaii’s last five games in November have gone OVER the total points line.
• Four of UNLV’s last five games in November have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• UNLV has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of 10 points or less of any FBS team this season (4).
• UNLV is one of two FBS teams to score 25+ points in every game this season.
• Hawaii is one of only two FBS teams with 100% success rate on field goals this season.
• Hawaii is one of only two FBS teams with 100% success rate on field goals and extra points this season.

UNLV vs Hawaii Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup with a 4-2 record in the Mountain West, so this is a huge game for each team. Hawaii is coming off of a big win over San Diego State last time out and they have scored at least 31 points in five straight games. UNLV has won two games in a row, but they barely got by Utah State in their last game. The Rebels have allowed at least 40 points in three of their last five games, so I don’t trust their defense against this Hawaii passing attack. Take the over here. 

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