Wednesday night continues the midweek Conference USA matchups, with UTEP set to host FIU in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season. Still in search of their first victory of the year, the Miners face the Panthers, who are aiming to contend for a bowl spot despite a 2-4 record.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch and listen to the UTEP Miners vs FIU Panthers NCAAF game, plus plenty more.
UTEP Miners vs FIU Panthers: Date and kick-off time
The UTEP Miners will take on FIU Panthers in a highly anticipated NCAAF game on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 9:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm PT, at Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.
| Date | Wednesday, October 16, 2024 |
| Kick-off Time | 9:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Sun Bowl |
| Location | El Paso, Texas |
How to watch UTEP Miners vs FIU Panthers on TV & stream live online
TV channel: CBSSN
- Broadcasters: Dave Ryan (play-by-play) and Brock Vereen (color analyst) are on the game call.
Streaming service: Paramount+
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How to listen to live play-by-play commentary of UTEP Miners vs FIU Panthers
Audio stream: SiriusXM — Away: - (CAR), 972 (NE) | Home: - (CAR), 973 (NE)
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UTEP Miners vs FIU Panthers team news & key players
UTEP Miners team news
On the ground, junior running back Jevon Jackson leads with 239 rushing yards on 65 carries, recording over 60 yards twice so far this season. Freshman Ezell Jolly provides a shift in tempo in the backfield, recently logging 119 rushing yards along with 21 receiving yards. Jolly has also topped 70 yards in two consecutive games.
In the air, senior wide receiver Trey Goodman has been a reliable target with 20 catches for 187 yards. He’s been consistent recently, tallying 40 or more yards in his last two games. Ezell Jolly also brings tremendous value to the offense with his dual capabilities in both blocking and receiving, adding depth and flexibility.
FIU Panthers team news
FIU enters this matchup ranked seventh in Conference USA for total offense, averaging 330.3 yards per game, fourth in passing yards with 226.3 per contest, and fifth in scoring offense at 27 points per game. Sophomore quarterback Keyone Jenkins has been effective in moving the ball and capitalizing on his teammates' talents.
A native of Florida, Jenkins currently ranks second in the conference for both passing yards (1,349) and touchdowns (9). He’s also surpassed 200 passing yards in each of his last four outings, with a standout performance on Sept. 21 against Monmouth, where he completed 23 of 32 passes for 362 yards and two touchdowns.
Kejon Owens has proven himself a dependable force in the backfield, consistently delivering essential yardage on the ground. In the receiving corps, Skyler Locklear has displayed impressive promise, pulling off critical receptions throughout the season.
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