Nevada football to face UTEP in Mountain West matchup on October 10

Nevada will play UTEP in El Paso on October 10, 2026, marking a significant early matchup in the Mountain West. UTEP, coming off a challenging 2-10 season and transitioning from Conference USA, is in a rebuilding phase under head coach Scotty Walden. The Miners are hoping for progress with an overhauled offense primarily staffed by transfers. For Nevada, securing a win is crucial for achieving bowl eligibility after a two-year absence from postseason play. Both teams view this game as essential for climbing the conference standings.

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