The Nevada Wolf Pack face the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors in Week 9 of the 2024 college football season. The game will kick off at 12 AM ET (Sunday, October 27) and will be held at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.
Coming into this game, the Wolf Pack has a 3-5 record ( 0-2 Mountain West ) and was defeated by the Fresno State Bulldogs last week. In contrast, the Rainbow Warriors have a 2-5 record ( 0-2 Mountain West) and were defeated by the Washington State Cougars before this game.
Nevada vs. Hawaii preview
The Nevada Wolf Pack did not have the greatest start to the season, but despite not winning many games, they have improved as the weeks went on.
They are playing many close games that are normally decided within a touchdown score. The defeat to Fresno State last week was another example of this, losing to a late touchdown score, which were the only points scored in the second half.
Nevada does have one strong player who can make a vital difference in the game, running back Savion Red.
So far, he has recorded 649 rushing yards and scored nine touchdowns. His season high came two weeks ago against the Oregon State Beavers, where he ran for 137 yards and scored four touchdowns in what was an impressive victory for the Wolf Pack.
It is likely that Red is likely to be the difference between victory and defeat for Nevada.
Alternatively, the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors have struggled throughout the season. Last week's heavy defeat to the Washington State Cougars was another performance that ended in disappointment.
Their strong point is their quarterback. Brayden Schager has thrown for 1,788 yards and for 13 touchdowns so far this season and has a general accuracy of 60%. He is surrounded by numerous wide receivers who have all played their part in trying to help the struggling team stay in games.
Both Nevada and Hawaii come into the game with losing records, and the winner of this game is unlikely to make a run for the Mountain West championship. However, the Wolf Pack is the stronger team, and despite making the long journey to Aloha State, should be able to win the game.
Prediction: Nevada 24, Hawaii 14
Nevada vs Hawaii Betting Tips
According to Fanduel, the Nevada Wolf Pack are 2.5-point favorites to win the game. The over/under is set at 46 points.
Tip 1: Nevada -2.5 (-110)
Tip 2: Under 46 points -110
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