The Las Vegas Bulls capped off a flawless 16-0 regular season with a commanding 31-6 victory against the playoff-bound Revolution on Sunday at home. Behind a balanced offensive attack and suffocating defense orchestrated by Coach Jason Burton, the Bulls maintained their league-best point differential and ensured a strong momentum heading into the playoffs.
Statistically, this game was another showcase of the Bulls’ historic efficiency. The team accrued 215 passing yards on 20 completions from 29 attempts, paired with a powerful rushing effort that accounted for 238 yards on 36 carries and three touchdowns. This ground dominance, delivered primarily by running backs James Sotelo (118 rushing yards, 30 receiving yards) and Stephen Young (80 rushing yards), set the tone throughout. The offensive line’s control was evident as the Bulls effectively maintained possession and limited big plays by the Revolution.
Quarterback Garry Griggs also proved instrumental, finishing with 215 passing yards and three passing touchdowns, while adding 20 yards on the ground. His efficiency was marked by a single interception amid multiple scoring drives. A highlight was the 52-yard touchdown pass to Kevin Hartshorn in the second quarter that extended the Bulls’ lead and underscored the team’s big-play capability. Tight end David Marcus contributed with 80 receiving yards and two rushing touchdowns, adding versatility to the offense.
Defensively, the Bulls excelled by forcing key turnovers early and consistently pressuring the Revolution's offense. Linebacker James Cone forced a pivotal fumble recovered by James Steel near the beginning of the contest, setting the defensive tone. The front seven recorded four sacks on the day, disrupting Revolution quarterback Wallace Moore, who managed 161 yards with no touchdowns and threw one interception. The aggressive defense limited the Revolution’s rushing attack to just 49 yards and stymied any sustained drives, allowing only a single 32-yard field goal.
Special teams also contributed positively with Michael Thomas converting a 48-yard field goal to accentuate the Bulls’ lead as well as tacking on all extra points. Notably, the Bulls committed seven penalties for 40 yards, a slight blemish in an otherwise efficient performance.
Coach Jason Burton’s squad not only maintained their undefeated streak but also clinched homefield advantage for the playoffs, outscoring opponents an extraordinary 490 to 110 points over the season. The Revolution, while securing a playoff berth with an 8-8 record, struggled to keep pace.
The Bulls’ dominant showing in Week 16 reflects a trend of offensive balance combined with relentless defense—a model that could make them formidable postseason contenders. Maintaining performance levels from both the ground and air will be critical as they transition to the heightened intensity of playoff football.
Bulls Complete Perfect Regular Season with Dominant 31-6 Win Over Revolution
Las Vegas continues historic run, riding efficient offense and strong ground game to undefeated 16-0 regular season.
Robert Steele
· Red Rock Herald
· 12/19/1999