The program reached the top-25 for the first time in school history in September when it debuted in the Coaches’ Poll. Two weeks later

UNLV ranks No. 23 in both polls. This is their highest ranking ever in program history by The Associated Press and this also ties their highest ranking in the USA TODAY Coaches Poll. On Sept. 15, the Rebs made their first appearance on the Coaches Poll, going as high as No. 23 two weeks later. Then on Sept. 29, UNLV ranked No. 25 by the AP.

UNLV football is back in the national rankings after Saturday’s home win over San Diego State at Allegiant Stadium. The Rebels are 23rd in both the USA Today coaches poll and The Associated Press Top 25 poll that were released Sunday.