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FILE - Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Timmy Chang prepares to pass the ball during an NFL football camp July 22, 2006, in Bethlehem, Pa. The University of Hawaii has hired former quarterback Chang as its new head coach. Athletics director David Matlin announced Chang’s hiring on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in a news release. (AP Photo/Rusty Kennedy, File)
Hawaii taps former star quarterback Timmy Chang as coach

Jan. 22, 2022 09:59 PM EST

Nevada running back Devonte Lee (2) rushes during the first half of the Quick Lane Bowl NCAA college football game against Western Michigan, Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Western Michigan cruises past Nevada for 2nd bowl victory

By Dana Gauruder Dec. 27, 2021 02:55 PM EST

FILE - Western Michigan's Skyy Moore plays during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Kalamazoo, Mich. Moore caught 91 passes for 1,256 yards and 10 touchdowns this season. The sophomore torched Eastern Michigan and Northern Illinois defensive backs in the Broncos’ last two games, catching a combined 24 passes for 387 yards and five TDs.(AP Photo/Al Goldis, File)
Nevada missing leaders at Quick Lane Bowl vs. W. Michigan

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2021 01:57 PM EST

FILE - Washington State linebackers coach Ken Wilson looks on during the second half of an NCAA college football game against California in Pullman, Wash., on Nov. 3, 2018. Nevada has hired Wilson as the Wolf Pack's new head coach. Wilson, 57, was the linebackers coach at Washington State for five years before he accepted the same job at Oregon in 2019 and was promoted to co-defensive coordinator for the Ducks this season. (AP Photo/Young Kwak, File)
Oregon coordinator Ken Wilson named new Nevada head coach

Dec. 10, 2021 02:31 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 2, 2019, file photo, Nevada head coach Jay Norvell works the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against New Mexico in Reno, Nev. A person with knowledge of the decision says Colorado State has hired Nevada head coach Jay Norvell to lead the Rams.(AP Photo/Tom R. Smedes, File)
Colorado State brings in Nevada head coach Jay Norvell

By Pat Graham Dec. 06, 2021 01:55 PM EST

Fresno State wide receiver Jalen Cropper heads for a long gain against Nevada during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Fresno, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Gary Kazanjian)
Nevada at Fresno State 10/23/2021

Oct. 23, 2021 09:37 PM EDT

New Mexico State quarterback Jonah Johnson (10) throws to wide receiver Cole Harrity (14) during the first half against Nevada in an NCAA college football game in Reno, Nev., Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Tom R. Smedes)
New Mexico State at Nevada 10/9/2021

Oct. 10, 2021 12:23 AM EDT

Strong, Taua lead Nevada past Boise State, 41-31

By Jason Chatraw Oct. 02, 2021 07:29 PM EDT
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Carson Strong threw for 263 yards and a touchdown, Toa Taua rushed for 124 yards and two touchdowns and Nevada defeated Boise State 41-31...

Nevada wide receiver Romeo Doubs (7) dives for an extra yard after being tripped by Boise State cornerback Tyric LeBeauf (22) in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, in Boise, Idaho. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
Nevada at Boise State 10/2/2021

Oct. 02, 2021 05:17 PM EDT

Nevada linebacker Lamin Touray (10) breaks up a pass intended for Kansas State wide receiver Phillip Brooks (88) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas State uses rushing attack to beat Nevada 38-17

By Cody Friesen Sep. 18, 2021 05:48 PM EDT

Nevada quarterback Carson Strong passes before an NCAA college football game against Kansas State Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Nevada at Kansas State 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 01:41 PM EDT

Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn (22) can't reach a pass as he is chased by Southern Illinois linebacker Zach Burrola (10) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Manhattan, Kan. Kansas State won 31-23 (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Jay Norvell has Nevada ready for trip to Kansas State

By Dave Skretta Sep. 16, 2021 03:00 AM EDT

California quarterback Chase Garbers (7) run out of the pocket during the first quarter of the team's NCAA college football game against Nevada, Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Berkeley, Calif. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Strong's 2 TD passes lead Nevada past Cal 22-17

By Josh Dubow Sep. 05, 2021 02:21 AM EDT

Nevada wide receiver Romeo Doubs (7) makes a touchdown reception behind California cornerback Collin Gamble (21) during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Berkeley, Calif. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Nevada at California 9/4/2021

Sep. 05, 2021 12:15 AM EDT

Smoke from Caldor Fire in California covers Lake Tahoe in the Incline, Nev., area on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021. A California fire that gutted hundreds of homes advanced toward Lake Tahoe on Wednesday as thousands of firefighters tried to box in the flames and tourists who hoped to boat or swim found themselves looking at thick yellow haze instead of alpine scenery. (Andy Barron/The Reno Gazette-Journal via AP)
Fires turn Nevada into vagabonds before opener at Cal

By Josh Dubow Sep. 02, 2021 12:52 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 31, 2020, file photo, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney talks with players during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Boston College, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Clemson, S.C. Swinney, the coach of No. 3 Clemson, faces No. 5 Georgia in the season-opener in Charlotte, N.C. (Josh Morgan/Pool Photo via AP, File)
Pick Six: Picking the playoff and the national champion

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 26, 2021 01:12 AM EDT

Mountain West coaches look forward to time with players

By W.g. Ramirez Jul. 21, 2021 07:35 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada coach Jay Norvell remembers being overcome by heartbreak last season on senior night, when each honored player was introduced with...

Coalition launches program to lift minority football coaches

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 15, 2021 05:03 PM EDT
An organization started by Maryland’s Mike Locksley is trying to help advance the careers of minority football coaches by connecting them with the people who...

Nevada wide receiver Tory Horton (20) juggles the ball on catching as Tulane defensive back Ajani Kerr (21) moves in for the tackle during the first half of the Idaho Potato Bowl NCAA college football game, Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, in Boise, Idaho. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
Strong, Lee, Taua pace Nevada in Potato Bowl win over Tulane

By Jason Chatraw Dec. 22, 2020 07:18 PM EST

Tulane, Nevada take seat at table for Idaho Potato Bowl

By The Associated Press Dec. 21, 2020 12:51 PM EST
Famous Idaho Potato Bowl: Nevada (6-2, 6-2 Mountain West) vs. Tulane (6-5, 3-5 American), Dec. 22, 3:30 p.m. EST (ESPN) Line: Tulane by 3. ...