Utah State Aggies Face Pivotal Three-Game Stretch in November

Logan, Utah — The Utah State Aggies begin a critical three-game stretch this November, starting with a road trip to UNLV this weekend. Depending on the outcomes, the Aggies could either miss a bowl game or contend for the Mountain West title.

Utah State needs at least one win in these games to secure bowl eligibility. If they lose all three, they will finish the season with a 5-7 record. A clean sweep could lead them to a spot in the Mountain West title game. Coach Bronco Mendenhall and his team are ready to take their first step toward these prospects this Saturday.

The weekend’s coverage will be a mix of football and basketball. A joint pregame show airs at 12 p.m. on KVNU, ahead of the Utah State men’s basketball game against UTEP. Postgame coverage will also blend both sports, starting after Coach Mendenhall’s comments following the UNLV match.

In player news, linebacker Bronson Olevao Jr. is questionable due to an injury sustained last week. Starting left tackle Jake Eichorn and wide receiver Anthony Garcia are also marked as questionable, adding uncertainty to the Aggies’ lineup as they head into the game.

UNLV is currently riding a two-game win streak against Utah State, marking the third time in their history this has occurred. Historically, Utah State has had the upper hand in this rivalry, but recent improvements in UNLV’s football program have shifted momentum.

Regarding game predictions from the Cache Valley Media Group staff, Eric Frandsen predicts a 34-31 win for Utah State, while Jason Walker forecasts a 49-34 victory for UNLV. J.D. Walker also leans towards Utah State, predicting a close 49-42 victory.