In an intriguing matchup, UNLV (6-6-0) travels to face California (10-3-0) at SoFi Stadium. Both teams enter the game on a one-game losing streak, with California looking to bounce back after a strong season that includes a conference record of 6-1. The Golden Bears have showcased a potent offense, averaging 425.8 yards per game and scoring 36.2 points per game, led by quarterback Hajj-Malik Williams, who has thrown for 1,845 yards and 17 touchdowns. In contrast, UNLV has struggled in conference play with a 2-6 record, despite a solid offensive output of 383.0 yards per game. This game presents a critical opportunity for both teams to regain momentum as they head into the latter part of the season.
UNLV at California Game Information
Game Date: December 18, 2024
Game Time: 09:00 PM ET
TV Channel: ESPN
Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
California Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 10-3-0
Conference Record: 6-1
Division Record: 9-3
Streak: Lost 1
California Offensive Statistics
Total Offense: 5535 yards (Avg. 425.8 yards per game)
Passing Offense: 2269 yards (Avg. 174.5 yards per game)
Rushing Offense: 3266 yards (Avg. 251.2 yards per game)
Points Scored: 471 points (Avg. 36.2 points per game)
California Defensive Statistics
Total Defense: 4564 yards (Avg. 351.1 yards per game)
Passing Defense: 3136 yards (Avg. 241.2 yards per game)
Rushing Defense: 1428 yards (Avg. 109.8 yards per game)
Points Allowed: 285 points (Avg. 21.9 points per game)
California Individual Stat Leaders
Passing: Hajj-Malik Williams, 145 Completions/234 Attempts, 1845 Yards, 17 Touchdowns, 5 Interceptions
Rushing: Jai’Den Thomas, 143 Attempts, 843 Yards, 7 Touchdowns
Receiving: Ricky White III, 79 Receptions, 1041 Yards, 11 Touchdowns
Tackles: Jackson Woodard, 52 Tackles
Sacks: Antonio Doyle Jr., 5 Sacks
Interceptions: Jalen Catalon, 5 Interceptions
UNLV Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 6-6-0
Conference Record: 2-6
Division Record: 5-6
Streak: Lost 1
UNLV Offensive Statistics
Total Offense: 4596 yards (Avg. 383.0 yards per game)
Passing Offense: 3196 yards (Avg. 266.3 yards per game)
Rushing Offense: 1400 yards (Avg. 116.7 yards per game)
Points Scored: 313 points (Avg. 26.1 points per game)
UNLV Defensive Statistics
Total Defense: 4096 yards (Avg. 341.3 yards per game)
Passing Defense: 2811 yards (Avg. 234.2 yards per game)
Rushing Defense: 1285 yards (Avg. 107.1 yards per game)
Points Allowed: 266 points (Avg. 22.2 points per game)
UNLV Individual Stat Leaders
Passing: Fernando Mendoza, 265 Completions/386 Attempts, 3004 Yards, 16 Touchdowns, 6 Interceptions
Rushing: Jaivian Thomas, 91 Attempts, 598 Yards, 7 Touchdowns
Receiving: Nyziah Hunter, 40 Receptions, 578 Yards, 5 Touchdowns
Tackles: Teddye Buchanan, 42 Tackles
Sacks: Xavier Carlton, 9 Sacks
Interceptions: Nohl Williams, 7 Interceptions
