Memphis Tigers defeat UNLV Rebels 27-21: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · NCAAF · Memphis Tigers 27, UNLV Rebels 21
The Memphis Tigers beat the UNLV Rebels 27-21 on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium. The Memphis Tigers covered the spread as 4.5-point underdogs. The game went under the closing total of 55.5, with 48 points combined.
Memphis Tigers vs. UNLV Rebels final score and game recap
The Memphis Tigers won by 6 points.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Marcus Stokes (Memphis Tigers): 15/26 passing for 223 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Jaylin Carter (Memphis Tigers): 15 carries for 97 yards, 1 rushing touchdown.
- Jackson Arnold (UNLV Rebels): 25/37 passing for 291 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Jackson Arnold (UNLV Rebels): 21 carries for 54 yards, 1 rushing touchdown.
Who covered the spread in Memphis Tigers vs. UNLV Rebels?
The Memphis Tigers covered the spread as 4.5-point underdogs and won outright, by 6 points.
The spread opened and closed at UNLV Rebels -4.5.
Did Memphis Tigers vs. UNLV Rebels go over or under the total?
The game went under: 48 points combined against a closing total of 55.5, under by 7.5.
The total opened at 56.5 and closed at 55.5.
Memphis Tigers vs. UNLV Rebels odds: sportsbook value and line movement
Shortly before the start, the consensus moneyline had the Memphis Tigers at +160 and the UNLV Rebels at -196. With the bookmaker's margin removed, that made the UNLV Rebels a 63% favorite. The Memphis Tigers won as the underdog at +160: $160 profit on a $100 bet.
The total moved down from 56.5 to 55.5, and the game went under.
Memphis Tigers and UNLV Rebels betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Memphis Tigers 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
This result left the UNLV Rebels 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
What's next for Memphis Tigers and UNLV Rebels?
Next for the Memphis Tigers: the Arkansas State Red Wolves at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Next for the UNLV Rebels: at the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors on Saturday, September 5, 2026.