Starting QB Matthew Sluka leaves UNLV, says commitments 'not upheld'

Field Level Media|published: Wed 25th September, 09:22 2024

Sep 13, 2024; Kansas City, Kansas, USA; UNLV Rebels quarterback Matthew Sluka (3) runs the ball against Kansas Jayhawks safety O.J. Burroughs (5) during the second half at Children's Mercy Park. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

UNLV starting quarterback Matthew Sluka announced late Tuesday night on social media he will not play in any more games this season.

Sluka, a senior, said he will instead use his redshirt year. He spent the first four seasons of his college career at Holy Cross.

"I committed to UNLV based on certain representations that were made to me, which were not upheld after I enrolled," Sluka posted on X, formerly Twitter. "Despite discussions, it became clear that these commitments would not be fulfilled in the future. I wish my teammates the best of luck this season and hope for the continued success of the program."

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— Matthew Sluka (@MatthewSluka) September 25, 2024

Sluka completed 21 of 48 passes for 318 yards and six touchdowns with one interception in three games this season. The dual threat also had 39 carries for 253 yards and a score for the Rebels (3-0), who host Fresno State (3-1, 1-0) in their Mountain West Conference opener on Saturday.

Either Hajj-Malik Williams or Cameron Friel will start at quarterback for UNLV in that game.

--Field Level Media