We ranked the 10 states with the best crop of football players for the 2022 recruiting class . Between 1999 and 2010, the Rebels had just three years when a player wasn’t selected. However culture will ultimately be defined under the second-year head coach Marcus Arroyo, fixing a major apathy problem among UNLV football fans is paramount. 261), 2000 — DB Quincy Sanders, Washington Redskins, fifth round (No. Thomas was the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1975 and played in the Pro Bowl after the 1976 NFL season. Buffalo Bills. The former UNLV and Pittsburgh Steelers football player … NFLDraftScout.com projects White (6 feet 2 inches, 218 pounds) as anywhere from a fifth-round pick to a preferred undrafted free agent. The veteran top-line forward for the Golden Knights has missed nine straight games, including the first three of a playoff series against Minnesota. He’s kind of gotten a taste of everywhere on that defense. Now players have the same right. Copyright © 2019 Las Vegas Review-Journal, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service, UNLV Rebels linebacker Javin White (16) celebrates his interceptions against the Nevada Wolf Pack during the second half of an NCAA football game at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. So he put together his own pro day March 19, and his Las Vegas-based agent, Ross Jones, sent each team a video. 170), 2004 — OL Dominic Furio, Philadelphia Eagles, seventh round (No. Nate Hawkins, the first UNLV player to ever be drafted by the NFL, has passed away, according to the athletic department. 169) She has been in charge of Rebels athletics since April 2017. Second-year UNLV coach Marcus Arroyo has added a pair of key hires – including a former San Francisco 49ers player – on the defensive side of his Runnin’ Rebels staff. Kenny Mayne, a former UNLV quarterback, will soon end his 27-year run at ESPN. B Back K Kicker: NT … The game-winning touchdown went down in history as one of the greatest finishes to a college football game ever. Don't miss the big stories. McCardell was the first UNLV receiver to post four consecutive 100-yard games. Sign up for our free daily Morning and Afternoon Update newsletters. Jose Ramirez is from a small farming community in Central California, where he cultivated the work ethic that has propelled him to boxing superstardom. 2010 — OL Joe Hawley, Atlanta Falcons, fourth round (No. UNLV was 19-25 in his tenure and the team went 6-5 in his first season. “The NFLPA Bowl was huge for me just to be able to get around bigger-school names and let scouts see me and not (just) in my own backyard when they would come to UNLV’s practice,” White said. Wolfe was the first-ever two-time first team all-conference receiver in UNLV history. One site projected UNLV’s Javin White, who can play multiple defensive positions, as anywhere from a fifth-round pick to a preferred undrafted free agent. The NFL Draft combine is Feb. 24 through March 1 at Indianapolis and the league announced the 337 prospects that earned an invite. 169), 2008 — LB Beau Bell, Cleveland Browns, fourth round (No. 8. Woods was a pretty nondescript player until his senior year at UNLV, in 1987, when he ran for 1,658 yards, scored 10 touchdowns, averaged 6.4 yards per carry and had nine 100-yard games. “I think that’s going to work in his favor. Follow @markanderson65 on Twitter. UNLV, Arroyo add 2 to defensive staff including former NFL player. 131); DB Kevin Thomas, Buffalo Bills, sixth round (No. Cleveland Browns. He wrote about the departure in the Los Angeles Times. Find her on Twitter: @steph_grimes. Wright was the first player in UNLV history to leave school early to enter the NFL. Tay Gowan. Denton was UNLV’s second-leading all-time passer, throwing for 6,177 yards and 43 TDs in 1996 and 1997. Several players pushed and shoved each other in the end zone, and some Nevada fans threw snowballs and bottles at UNLV players and staff. Four UNLV football players have been suspended in the wake of a massive brawl at the end of their game against Nevada last month, the Mountain West announced on … Wright had a rocky history with Tampa Bay. He … 176); DL Ahmad Miller, Houston Texans, seventh round (No. "It's a … Sewell is first offensive lineman drafted in the top 10 by Detroit since Lomas Brown in 1985 at six. I know after a while certain teams are going to be interested to see what I can do. Wide Receiver. He played with the Redskins until 1978 and then with the San Diego Chargers until 1980. Tight End. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals as the 31st overall pick in the second round of the 1988 NFL Draft. (L.E. Cunningham was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles 37th overall in the second round of the 1985 NFL Draft and remained with the team through the 1995 season, when he took a job as an analyst for TNT. Enjoying Rebel-Net? It may not be a Quarterback U, but UNLV has churned out some players whose names became recognizable to fans around the country. The running back was drafted by the Washington Redskins as the the 108th pick overall in the 5th round of the 1975 NFL Draft. The reviews of NFL draft experts on the Raiders’ latest haul were mixed. UNLV athletics’ partnership with the Raider Image went live Tuesday with the launch of the university’s new official apparel website. Initially, Nunnely took over as UNLV's interim head coach in April 1986 after Harvey Hyde's dismissal due to disciplinary issues with his players. Richard Brian Las Vegas Review-Journal @vegasphotograph, UNLV football linebacker Javin White answers a media question during a press conference on Monday, Aug. 26, 2019, in Las Vegas. Standing at … The Rebels won the game, defeating the Gaels 27–20 in front of 8,000 fans. ... highest Rebel ever selected in the NFL draft (#31 to Cincinnati). ... NFL and the NFL … Baskow/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @Left_Eye_Images, San Jose State running back Malike Roberson (20) runs agains UNLV linebacker Javin White during the first half of an NCAA college football game in San Jose, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, White wasn’t able to participate in a pro day or visit NFL team facilities. Copyright © 2019 Las Vegas Review-Journal, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service, UNLV Rebels quarterback/punter Randall Cunningham drops back to pass during a game in this undated photo. So coaches need to quit complaining and embrace the new reality. Editor’s note: During our 10 days of UNLV football, we’ll run a UNLV list a day leading up to the Heart of Dallas Bowl on New Year’s Day. Woods played for the Bengals until 1991, when a knee injury ended his football career. Let us know on Twitter: @reviewjournal. Brimmer was one of those players who is perhaps best known for what he could have been. He was named honorable-mention All-Mountain West. UNLV was 19-25 in his tenure and the team went 6-5 in his first season. He was picked up in the fifth round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers, where he remained until 2008. In this week’s Raiders mailbag, fans have questions about the defensive line rotation, the possibility of acquring wide receiver Julio Jones in a trade and much more. Denton was suspended after his sophomore season for breaking undisclosed rules. They will play the Rams and 49ers on the road. Seward also played for the Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars. Larry Grant, a former NFL player and UNLV football’s new defensive analyst, watches practice at Rebel Field Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Get a yearly subscription for $99.95/year or $9.95/month Rebel-Net Join the team! This is a huge deal for those involved as it means that being drafted is close to a sure thing. UNLV. Seward was named All-Mountain West Conference three times while at UNLV. Key. Rebel Net takes a look at the top football players in UNLV history as defined by their college career. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Atlanta Falcons in April 2010. Who would you put on the list? Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt is a slight underdog to Rob Font in the main event of UFC Vegas 27 on Saturday at the Apex and the total is 2½ rounds. In 2002, the school had a record four players taken. Former UNLV Players Currently In The NBA * NBA stats from the 2020-2021 season. Grant was a linebacker for various NFL … UNLV players in the NFL draft were a common sight in the early part of this century. Full UNLV Rebels roster for the 2020 season including position, height, weight, birthdate, years of experience, and college. He was the MWC’s all-time tackle leader upon graduating in 2004 and remain’s UNLV’s all-time tackle leader. By continuing to browse or by clicking “I Accept Cookies” you agree to the storing of first-party and third-party cookies on your device and consent to the disclosure of your personal information to our third party service providers or advertising partners to optimize your experience, analyze traffic and personalize content. “I felt like I did a great job at the NFLPA. Between 2005 and 2009, Wolfe recorded 283 receptions — 12th in FBS history — for 3,495 yards and 15 touchdowns. Thomas’ 1,741 yards rushing and 20 touchdowns in 1973 set UNLV records, and Thomas was named all-American twice by the American Football Coaches Association. Clay Jennings, formerly of North Texas, has been tabbed as UNLV’s cornerbacks coach. Brad Shepard. Pro bettor, oddsmaker down on defending champs, Garbrandt-Font main event among best bets for UFC Vegas 27, Column: Max Pacioretty’s return as unknown as his injury, Maxx Crosby’s role? Coaches have been free to leave for another job without penalty forever. Jones wouldn’t identify which teams were highest on White. Contact Stephanie Grimes at sgrimes@reviewjournal.com. UNLV players get no shortage of support in weight room. 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Larry Grant, a former NFL player and UNLV football’s new defensive analyst, watches practice at Rebel Field Tuesday, April 20, 2021. 104), 2007 — DB Eric Wright, Cleveland Browns, second round (No. 243), 2002 — DL Anton Palepoi, Seattle Seahawks, second round (No. Raiders fans have questions, Golden Knights get key contribution from ‘goofy’ Nick Holden, Manny Pacquiao to fight Errol Spence Jr. in Las Vegas, Hard-working Jose Ramirez eyes junior welterweight supremacy, In surprise move, Raiders release DT David Irving, Josh Taylor chases Scottish boxing history in Las Vegas. “I know I’m going to get drafted,” White said. Thomas ran the 40-yard dash between 4.27 and 4.31 seconds at … UNLV Rebels: Results, Picks, Power Rankings, Odds & Stats on TeamRankings.com. In 1988, Nunnely's UNLV team played Ohio. See all of our coverage as the Rebels take on North Texas in the Heart of Dallas Bowl on New Years Day. UNLV athletic director Desiree Reed-Francois’ new deal takes her through June 30, 2026. UNLV kicker Nick Garritano still marvels 30 years later at Jason Hanson’s 62-yard field goal for Washington State in its 41-13 win over UNLV at Sam Boyd Stadium in 1991. McCardell was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 12th round of the 1991 NFL Draft and later played for the Cleveland Browns, Jacksonville Jaguars, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers and Houston Texans. Fact: For the first time in NFL draft history, the first seven players taken were on offense. 117), 2009 — RB Frank Summers, Pittsburgh Steelers, fifth round (No. Brimmer wasn’t picked in the draft, but ended up signing as a free agent with the Seattle Seahawks, and later playing with the Berlin Thunder in NFL Europe. They’re not going to want another team to have me, so they’re not going to take that risk of trying to get me in free agency.”. In 1988, Cunningham became the first black quarterback ever elected a starter in the AFC-NFC Pro Bowl. Javin White, who can play safety, cornerback and linebacker, could end the streak when the draft takes place Thursday through Saturday. But first, some notes: there was only one winning season from 2010-19 so this Dream Team is naturally a bit heavy on reps from the revered Heart of Dallas Bowl squad. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAF players on CBSSports.com. 155), 1999 — DL Talance Sawyer, Minnesota Vikings, sixth round (No. Plus, explore all of your favorite teams' player rosters on FOXSports.com today! Story Links W ith the end of the decade just weeks away we decided to take a cheerful look back at the last 10 seasons by compiling the best players at each position for UNLV. The quarterback threw for nearly 3,600 yards and 25 touchdowns in his last season. States with the Most CFB Talent. For the official site please visit nfl… “Without a combine invite and without a chance to take trips, certainly teams are going to rely heavily on the tape,” said Jones, who received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at UNLV. Julio Jones? Javin White | Most Versatile Player In The NFL Draft | UNLV Highlights 2020 Javin White, Linebacker from UNLV, is the most versatile prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft. “I feel like I’m that one to break it.”. But the numbers game involved may have cost him his spot. In what has been called one of the most memorable plays in UNLV football history, cornerback Thomas scored against Baylor on a 100-yard fumble return in a Sept. 1999 game. NFL teams are intrigued by UNLV running back Lexington Thomas' speed and elusiveness. Denton is remembered because he could have given Cunningham a run for his money, had he not left UNLV football after two seasons in the mid-90s. The Rebels remained undefeated until the last game o… Tony Cordasco, longtime UNLV announcer, said White is a big play guy who can hit and is the kind of safety that an NFL team could use in a lot of different ways. In 1988, Nunnely's UNLV team played Ohio. But since center Joe Hawley went in the fourth round of the 2010 draft to the Atlanta Falcons, the Rebels haven’t had a player taken. UNLV’s most recent NFL draft history 2010 — OL Joe Hawley, Atlanta Falcons, fourth round (No. Tony Sanchez won six state high school titles in six seasons at Bishop Gorman and compiled a 20-40 record in five seasons at UNLV. David Irving was expected to compete for snaps in a crowded, revamped Raiders defensive line. By continuing to browse or by clicking “I Accept Cookies” you agree to the storing of first-party and third-party cookies on your device and consent to the disclosure of your personal information to our third party service providers or advertising partners to optimize your experience, analyze traffic and personalize content. UNLV football might have been 3-9 last season, but chins are up in the Rebels program as the team … The Boise State Broncos have 12 former players set to play on Sundays this fall in the NFL. Contact reporter Mark Anderson at manderson@reviewjournal.com. NFL Team; John Lotulelei: LB: JAX: Quinton Pointer: CB: LAR: Josh Shirley: LB: SEA: Martin Tevaseu: DT: IND: Jeremiah Valoaga: DE: OAK Teams have been in touch with White since then, and Jones said he receives three to five calls per day, including from defensive coordinators and position coaches, an indication of high interest. Here are our top 10. I think that’s one aspect to his game that certainly intrigues talent evaluators.”. Former UNLV backup quarterback Kenny Mayne, known for his dry sense of humor, discloses he is a “salary cap casualty” and is leaving ESPN. 60); DB Sam Brandon, Denver Broncos, fourth round (No. “It’s something we’re very encouraged about.”. Like us on Facebook. LA is +2½ at Phoenix on Sunday in the opener of their playoff series. (File photo), Brown bear mauls Alaska man, who barely survives, Closed Caesars Entertainment shows being charged to leave, Raiders legend talks Henry Ruggs, Darren Waller, Las Vegas. The Rebels played their first game of their inaugural season against the St. Mary's Gaels at Cashman Fieldin Las Vegas. The defensive back was a first-team All-American and finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award his junior year and was projected as a mid-round selection in the 2005 NFL Draft. Wright signed a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers in August and debuted with the team last month. 149); LB Ryan Claridge, New England Patriots, fifth round (No. White also had the opportunity to make a positive impression when he took part in the NFL Players Association Collegiate Bowl on Jan. 18 at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. The wide receiver graduated in 2009 with a 4.0. He left UNLV in 2006 as the school’s leading receiver with 141 catches for 2,189 yards and 15 touchdowns. In 1996, Cunningham returned to football, going on to play for the Minnesota Vikings, the Dallas Cowboys and the Baltimore Ravens before returning to the Eagles to retire in 2002. He made 79 tackles last season, including 8½ for loss, to go with 11 pass breakups, three interceptions and two forced fumbles. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu), Brown bear mauls Alaska man, who barely survives, Closed Caesars Entertainment shows being charged to leave, Raiders legend talks Henry Ruggs, Darren Waller, Las Vegas. 185). The NFL Draft and NFL Draft Logo are copyright of the National Football League and in no way are owned by Ourlads Scouting Services LLC. The dance even scored Woods some TV commercials. This is a list of UNLV Rebels football players in the NFL Draft. one of the most memorable plays in UNLV football history, Fading Lakers? You look at where UNLV played him this past season. Former UNLV and NFL football player Adam Seward was arrested this week on suspicion of hit-and-run in a crash that left a woman with several injuries, according to … Saturday’s fight against Jose Ramirez will only be Taylor’s third junior welterweight title defense, just two years after he beat Ivan Baranchyk to win the IBF version of the title. Find the COLLEGE-FOOTBALL UNLV Rebels player roster for this season on FOX Sports. 2020 NFL Draft Profile: UNLV S/LB Javin White One of the Mountain West’s most underrated players could be the first Rebel taken in the draft in … The site forecasts that he will go in the sixth round. The Raiders’ first preseason game will be at home against the Seattle Seahawks at 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 14th. Instead of entering the NFL, Brimmer opted to stay at UNLV for his senior year — but failed to put up the impressive stats of his junior year. Here are our top 10: Cunningham, who played quarterback at UNLV 1981-1984, holds several UNLV records, including career passing with 8,020 yards, career touchdowns with 59, and all-time punting average at 45.6 yards. 117) 2009 — RB Frank Summers, Pittsburgh Steelers, fifth round (No. Thomas played four seasons with the Buffalo Bills. Representatives from 15 NFL teams watched 12 players work out outdoors on FieldTurf, and two players with NFL bloodlines emerged as priority free agent prospects. He retired from football in 2010 and is currently Chinese-language analyst for NFL football in China. He was arrested for a felony DUI and a misdemeanor DUI on two different occasions, and was separately suspended four games for using performance enhancing drugs. His practices were in front of representatives from each NFL team. Sign up for our free daily Morning and Afternoon Update newsletters. via Bleacher Report. Thomas became the Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2001 and a sixth-round NFL Draft choice in 2002. If you count practice squad signees, the Broncos have the most total former players in the NFL… To join our email list and get notified when we launch the 2021-22 College Football section (about a week before the season starts), register for … Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will fight unified welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. on Aug. 21 in Las Vegas, he announced Friday afternoon via Twitter. 10. “He certainly has a lot of interest,” Jones said. He won two Super Bowl rings, with the Redskins in 1991 and the Buccaneers in 2002. In 1967, Nevada Southern University announced that they would field a collegiate football program beginning on September 14, 1968 and announced that the team would be a Division II Independent and that Bill Ireland would be the program's first head coach. I feel that’s why I’ve been so comfortable right now because I know the last time the scouts saw me, I did really good.”. The defensive back was the 53rd overall pick in round two of the 2007 NFL Draft and played with the Cleveland Browns until 2010, when he moved on to the Detroit Lions and then the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Link icon Copied! Grant was a linebacker for various NFL … This page is intended to provide links to Ourlads' Draft coverage and is in no way affiliated with the Official NFL Draft site. The Lakers opened as -185 series favorites before dropping to -140 and then climbing back to -160. UNLV football coach Marcus Arroyo, basketball coaches Kevin Kruger and Lindy La Rocque and volleyball coach Dawn Sullivan get high-octane thrills during Rebel Caravan stop. Gabriel Davis. The running back is perhaps best remembered, though, for the “Ickey shuffle,” the end zone dance he performed when he scored a touchdown that made him an NFL fan favorite. 53), 2005 — LB Adam Seward, Carolina Panthers, fifth round (No. Woods was a pretty nondescript player until his senior year at UNLV, in 1987, when he ran for 1,658 yards, scored 10 touchdowns, averaged 6.4 yards per carry and had nine 100-yard games. “It doesn’t matter if I go from the fourth round to the seventh round. Jordan Franks. White also has game tape for NFL teams to evaluate. The always-smiling Nick Holden played a significant role in the victory that gave the Golden Knights a 2-1 lead in their West Division first-round playoff series. 29 of 29. This section is showing information as of the end the 2020-21 season. “I’m trying to break that drought,” White said. It may not be a Quarterback U, but UNLV has churned out some players whose names became recognizable to fans around the country.

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