Matchup: San Jose State at Nevada

KICKOFF: 1 p.m., Mackay Stadium.RADIO: 1590-AM and 860-AM.SERIES HISTORY: Nevada leads the series 18-8-6. The Spartans' last victory was a 27-24 decision at Spartan Stadium in 2007. The Wolf Pack has won 11 of 12 since 2002. STORYLINES: The Spartans (4-5, 3-2, Mountain West) have a chance to defeat both Nevada schools for the first time in one season. But they'll have to win in Reno where they haven't found success since 2000. 'This is a great battle for second place in the West," San Jose State coach Ron Caragher said. "Two teams on the cusp of getting bowl eligible. We know a lots on the line. From a regional standpoint, we go head-to-head in recruiting." ... Nevada (5-4, 3-2) hopes to become bowl eligible for the second consecutive season under Brian Polian, the 10th time in 11 seasons. "Our theme doesn't change because of where we are at," said Polian, who is 16-18 in his third year in Reno. Senior DE Lenny Jones doesn't want to just become bowl eligible. "Six wins gets you to a not-so-good bowl game," he said. "We know this is a must win."INJURY UPDATE: San Jose State -- WR Tyler Winston (knee) and LB Jared Leaf (concussion) are out for the season. Nevada -- OL Joey Anglemire (knee) is out. DB Asauni Rufus (targeting) is suspended for the first half. NG Salesa Faraimo (calf) and LB Alex Bertrando (knee) are questionable.MATCHUP TO WATCH: San Jose State's ever-improving front five have started together every game this season. They will be challenged by Nevada defensive ends Ian Seau (eight sacks to lead the MW) and Jones (six sacks). The Spartans' ability to find an offensive rhythm could depend on the success of their offensive linemen. "They present issues in their multiplicity," Polian said of the San Jose offense. "They have a lot of shifts, motions and different looks every week.We have to get adjusted quickly."

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