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UNLV Rebels vs. Boise State Broncos: 2025 Week 8 Recap

Broncos defeat Rebels 56–31 in Week 8

Anthony Colandrea paced the box score as Broncos closed out a 31–56 Week 8 finish.

UNLV Rebels 31 6-2
Final 31–56
Boise State Broncos 56 5-3 Winner
Winner
Boise State Broncos
Final score
31–56
Halftime
UNLV Rebels 21–24 Boise State Broncos
Top passer
Maddux Madsen
FantasyHQ MVP
Anthony Colandrea

Top CFB performers · Rebels

  • Anthony Colandrea 247.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.37 EPA/play -12.1 EPA
  • Jai'Den Thomas 38.0 yds · 1 TD -3.2 EPA
  • Anthony Colandrea 127.0 yds · 1 TD +12.7 EPA

Top CFB performers · Broncos

  • Maddux Madsen 245.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.51 EPA/play +12.1 EPA
  • Dylan Riley 201.0 yds · 1 TD +8.3 EPA
  • Sire Gaines 24.0 yds · 1 TD +0.7 EPA

Quick answer

Boise State Broncos defeated UNLV Rebels 56–31 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: UNLV Rebels 31, Boise State Broncos 56.

Game summary

Boise State Broncos rolled past UNLV Rebels 56–31 in Week 8 of the 2025 season.

  • Scoring: 12 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 13 plays.
  • Passing leader: Maddux Madsen (Boise State) — 245.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.51 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Dylan Riley — 201.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Jaden Bradley — 1 rec, 35.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Boise State (+0.433/play) vs UNLV (+0.038/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
UNLV Rebels3186631
Boise State Broncos121212656

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

UNLVUNLV Rebels
BOISBoise State Broncos

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

13 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Boise State
    Q1TD
    SGSire Gaines

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Sire Gaines rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  2. UNLV
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 21
    Score
    3-6

    Field goal good from 38 yards

  3. Boise State
    Q1TD
    CBCameron Bates

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-12

    Cameron Bates rushes 35 yards for a touchdown

  4. UNLV
    Q2TD
    JTJai'Den Thomas

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-12

    Jai'Den Thomas rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  5. Boise State
    Q2TD
    LCLatrell Caples

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-18

    Maddux Madsen pass to Latrell Caples for a touchdown (7 yards)

  6. UNLV
    Q2TD
    JBJaden Bradley

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-18

    Anthony Colandrea pass to Jaden Bradley for a touchdown (35 yards)

  7. Boise State
    Q2TD
    DRDylan Riley

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-24

    Dylan Riley rushes 49 yards for a touchdown

  8. UNLV
    Q2TD
    ACAnthony Colandrea

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-24

    Anthony Colandrea rushes 8 yards for a touchdown

  9. Boise State
    Q3TD
    SGSire Gaines

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-30

    Maddux Madsen pass to Sire Gaines for a touchdown (20 yards)

  10. Boise State
    Q3TD
    CMChris Marshall

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-36

    Maddux Madsen pass to Chris Marshall for a touchdown (32 yards)

  11. UNLV
    Q3TD
    ACAnthony Colandrea

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    27-36

    Anthony Colandrea — Interception returned for a touchdown

  12. Boise State
    Q4TD
    MSMalik Sherrod

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    27-42

    Maddux Madsen pass to Malik Sherrod for a touchdown (21 yards)

  13. UNLV
    Q4TD
    TOTroy Omeire

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    33-42

    Anthony Colandrea pass to Troy Omeire for a touchdown (17 yards)

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Maddux Madsen (Boise State) — 245.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.51 EPA/play +12.14 EPA
  • Oscar Doyle (Boise State) — 11.0 yds · +2.99 EPA/play +2.99 EPA
  • Anthony Colandrea (UNLV) — 247.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.37 EPA/play -12.10 EPA

Rushing

  • Dylan Riley (Boise State) — 201.0 yds · 1 TD +0.56 EPA
  • Jai'Den Thomas (UNLV) — 38.0 yds · 1 TD -0.29 EPA
  • Anthony Colandrea (UNLV) — 127.0 yds · 1 TD +1.27 EPA

Receiving

  • Jaden Bradley (UNLV) — 1 rec · 35.0 yds -0.07 EPA
  • DeAngelo Irvin Jr. (UNLV) — 4 rec · 90.0 yds +0.66 EPA
  • Chris Marshall (Boise State) — 3 rec · 96.0 yds +1.79 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Maddux MadsenBoise State2458.3%2454+0.51+12.14
Oscar DoyleBoise State1100.0%110+2.99+2.99
Anthony ColandreaUNLV3354.5%2472-0.37-12.10

Team EPA comparison

StatUNLVBoise State
Plays7057
EPA / play+0.038+0.433
Total EPA+2.69+24.68
Success rate41.4%45.6%
Pass EPA / play-0.367+0.605
Rush EPA / play+0.400+0.298
Yards548558

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1UNLV33-2.94Punt
Q1Boise State558+4.19Ended
Q1Boise State12+0.57Rush TD
Q1UNLV728-0.42Punt
Q1Boise State3-5-3.29Punt
Q1UNLV545+0.40Field goal
Q1Boise State475+5.56Rush TD
Q1UNLV39-1.35Punt
Q2Boise State618-4.46Interception
Q2UNLV723+0.02Rush TD
Q2Boise State476+5.69Pass TD
Q2UNLV675+6.39Pass TD
Q2Boise State275+5.90Rush TD
Q2UNLV429+0.02Punt
Q2Boise State32-0.72Punt
Q2UNLV467+5.25Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · UNLV Rebels · Anthony Colandrea — Interception returned for a touchdown (-8.74 EPA)
  2. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Anthony Colandrea pass to Troy Omeire for a touchdown (17 yards) (+4.55 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Boise State Broncos · Dylan Riley rushes 49 yards for a touchdown (+4.47 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Boise State Broncos · Maddux Madsen pass intercepted (-4.33 EPA)
  5. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Punt for 28 yards (-4.1 EPA)
  6. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Anthony Colandrea pass to Jaden Bradley for a touchdown (35 yards) (+4.02 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Boise State Broncos · Maddux Madsen pass to Chris Marshall for a touchdown (32 yards) (+3.64 EPA)
  8. Q1 · Boise State Broncos · Maddux Madsen pass to Ben Ford for 26 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.64 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Boise State Broncos controlled the final (56–31) in Week 8.
  • Passing edge: Maddux Madsen (Boise State) — 245.0 yds, 4 TD.
  • EPA edge: Boise State at 0.433 EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of UNLV Rebels vs Boise State Broncos?

UNLV Rebels 31, Boise State Broncos 56 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won UNLV Rebels vs Boise State Broncos?

Boise State Broncos won with a final score of 31–56.

Where can I find the UNLV Rebels vs Boise State Broncos box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401760393.

Who led UNLV Rebels vs Boise State Broncos in passing?

Maddux Madsen (Boise State) led passers with 245.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UNLV Rebels at Boise State Broncos in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

UNLV Rebels

Entered 6-1 Now 6-2 L

Boise State Broncos

Entered 4-3 Now 5-3 W