The Nevada Wolf Pack’s 7-2 run in the COVID-shortened season was sparked by many outstanding performances from key contributors, none bigger than Carson Strong, winning the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year award. A large bulk of the Wolf Pack’s starters return — including 10 starters on offense and nine on defense.
As the preseason favorite to win the West division in the Mountain West next season, they will kick off their 2021 season against the Cal Golden Bears on Sept. 4. As we approach the much-anticipated date, I decided to conduct my second-annual Top-10 returning player list for the Wolf Pack entering the season.