Cal Looks to Reboot Offense in Road Game at UNLV
California visits UNLV on Saturday afternoon for its final non-conference game of the season. The Golden Bears are trying to bounce back from a 24-10 home loss to Clemson in which they failed to score an offensive touchdown. Cal may be without running backs Adam Mohammed and Carter Vargas because of injuries, and coach Tosh Lupoi could adjust offensive play-calling duties.
California visits UNLV for its final non-conference game, the first road meeting between the programs. The teams have split two prior matchups. Kickoff is 12:30 p.m., with forecast temperatures near 92 degrees and climbing toward 96.
Cal is 2-2 overall and 1-1 in ACC play; UNLV is 2-2 and 1-0 in the Mountain West. The Bears failed to score an offensive touchdown in a 24-10 home loss to Clemson. Running backs Adam Mohammed and Carter Vargas are questionable, so Ashten Emory could see more work. Coach Tosh Lupoi may adjust offensive play-calling duties.
Cal’s trip to UNLV may draw attention from college football fans, alumni, and Las Vegas-area businesses, especially if the game stays competitive. A rebound by Cal could lift morale among students and supporters and shape early perceptions of the program. UNLV may gain visibility and game-day spending. For players and coaches, the result could affect confidence, media scrutiny, and future opportunities, though one non-conference game rarely defines a season.