Alex Orji didn't pan out at Michigan, but he is now part of the UNLV QB rotation with Virginia transfer Anthony Colandrea.

UNLV opens the 2025 season on Saturday, hosting Idaho State in Las Vegas for a Week 0 matchup. After a hiatus following his ...

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/unlv as UNLV Rebels Quarterbacks Alex Orji and Anthony Colandrea ...

Former UVA quarterback Anthony Colandrea transferred to UNLV this offseason to play for former Florida head coach Dan Mullen, but he was unable to win the starting job outright. Today, Rebels head ...

This summer, former Michigan Wolverines quarterback Alex Orji and former Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Anthony Colandrea have been battling it out for the star ...

Why Alex Orji Might Be UNLV’s Key To A Mountain West Championship And Playoff Berth Originally posted on UNLV Rebels on SI By Mark Morales-Smith | Last updated Jul 17, 2025 2:30 PM ET ...

So when Alex Orji transferred to UNLV, the pairing immediately raised eyebrows for good reason. Orji could very well thrive or struggle in Mullen’s scheme.

UNLV quarterback Alex Orji (1) sets up a pass during football practice at the Fertitta Football Complex on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Las Vegas. (L.E. Baskow/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @Left_Eye_Images ...

WATCH | UNLV QBs Orji and Colandrea build camaraderie while competing for starting position "Alex is the man, he's super positive, even after a good play, a bad play, he's even keel," Colandrea said.

UNLV is assuredly in good hands, whoever takes the snaps UNLV quarterbacks Alex Orji (11) and Anthony Colandrea (10) warm up during practice at the Rebel Field at UNLV Saturday, March 29, 2025.

UNLV quarterback Alex Orji (11) passes during practice at the Rebel Field at UNLV Saturday, March 29, 2025. Photo by: Steve Marcus Alex Orji ...

UNLV quarterback Alex Orji shares his expectations for playing at UNLV, along with learning the new offense. Fellow QB Anthony Colandrea shares his view of learning the offense and the running ...