Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Location: Sun Bowl in El Paso, TX
TV: CBSSN
Odds/Point Spread: Florida Intl (-7.0)
Total/Over-Under: 47.5
The FIU Panthers (2-4) are heading to Sun Bowl on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, for a matchup against the UTEP Miners (0-6). FIU Panthers are favored by 7.0 points according to Bovada oddsmakers. The total betting line is set at 47.5.
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FIU Panthers have a season record of 2-4 coming into this game. In their previous game against the Liberty Flames, FIU Panthers suffered a 31-24 loss. They allowed 281 rushing yards on 50 attempts, averaging 5.6 yards per carry. Through the air, they gave up 125 yards on 9 completions out of 16 attempts. FIU Panthers accumulated 344 total yards after running 63 plays. They ran the ball 34 times for 99 yards, averaging 2.9 yards per carry.
FIU Panthers are averaging 27.0 points per game. They have rushed for an average of 104.0 yards per game, ranking 119th in Division 1. FIU Panthers have recorded a total of 1,982 yards this season. They have scored 9 touchdown passes and 11 rushing touchdowns. FIU Panthers have 110 first downs but have committed 31 penalties for 272 yards. They have lost possession of the ball 11 times.
On the defensive end, FIU Panthers have allowed 1,235 passing yards this season, ranking 57th in the nation. They have given up an average of 205.8 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 61.1%. In total, they have allowed 407.7 yards per game, placing them at 107th in Division 1. FIU Panthers have conceded 5 passing touchdowns and 17 rushing touchdowns. The opponents are averaging 4.9 yards per carry and 201.8 rushing yards per game against FIU Panthers. They have allowed a total of 1,211 rushing yards in 6 games. FIU Panthers rank 96th in Division 1 for points allowed, with an average of 28.5 points per game.
UTEP Miners hold a season record of 0-6. In their last game against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, UTEP Miners suffered a 44-17 defeat. They gained a total of 330 yards on 65 plays with an average of 5.1 yards per play. UTEP Miners rushed for 152 yards on 41 attempts, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. Their defense allowed 218 yards on 42 rushing attempts, equating to an average of 5.2 yards per carry. UTEP Miners also allowed 264 passing yards on 66.7% completion from 18 out of 27 passes.
UTEP Miners are averaging 16.0 points per game, ranking 129th in Division 1. They are averaging 323.3 total yards per game, placing them 115th in the nation. UTEP Miners have accumulated 374 penalty yards on 41 infractions, ranking 51st in the country in penalties. They have thrown 8 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, while earning 95 first downs. UTEP Miners have passed for a total of 1,350 yards with an average of 225.0 passing yards per game, placing them 76th in the country. On the ground, they average 98.3 yards per game with a total of 590 rushing yards for the season.
Defensively, UTEP Miners have allowed 1,405 rushing yards this season, averaging 234.2 yards per game, and giving up 15 rushing touchdowns. They have also allowed 10 passing touchdowns and 207.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 55th in Division 1. UTEP Miners defense has forced 4 fumbles and 2 interceptions this season. They have played 426 defensive plays, ranking 107th in Division 1. UTEP Miners are allowing an average of 34.5 points per game, placing them 120th in the country. They have allowed a total of 207 points throughout the season.
Free Pick: Take the UTEP Miners +7.0
