Samuel Harris anchored Wyoming’s offensive foundation with a dominant 128-yard, two-touchdown performance, setting the stage for a 41-35 victory over UNLV in Las Vegas. The Cowboys’ early momentum was established when Erik Sandvik kicked a field goal to break a 7-7 tie in the first quarter, followed by Harris scoring from the one-yard line early in the second. Wyoming extended their lead to 24-7 before halftime on an 18-yard strike from reserve quarterback Landon Sims to Jake Wilson, showcasing depth in the backfield that kept the Rebels on their heels.
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UNLV mounted a spirited comeback, scoring touchdowns with 22 seconds remaining in the third quarter and 8:32 left in the fourth to cut the deficit to 41-35. The Rebels threatened to take the lead, but Wyoming’s defense responded decisively when Tyson Shamsid-Deen intercepted reserve quarterback Alex Orji in the end zone. This pick-six, Shamsid-Deen’s second of the game, effectively extinguished any remaining hope for a UNLV upset and preserved the Cowboys’ lead.
The final play of the game sealed Wyoming’s fate when Markell Holman broke four tackles, reversed field, and sprinted 49 yards to the end zone. This spectacular run not only added insurance but also allowed the 6-3 Cowboys (5-1 in the Mountain West) to run out the clock. The victory highlights the effectiveness of Wyoming’s rushing attack, with both Harris and Holman delivering critical plays that neutralized UNLV’s late-game pressure and secured a crucial conference win.
Source: Yahoo Sports
