The Liberty Flames (2-0) host a CUSA battle against the UTEP Miners (0-2) on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Williams Stadium (VA).
The matchup is on ESPN+, if you’re looking for how to watch.
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When is Liberty vs. UTEP and when does it start?
This game between the Flames and Miners will happen on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Expect to see the kickoff at 6:00 p.m. ET.
Where to watch Liberty vs. UTEP
The Flames and Miners will hit the gridiron at Williams Stadium (VA) for this matchup on Sept. 14, and if you’d like to see the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
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Liberty Stats & Insights
In their most recent game, the Flames won 30-24 over the New Mexico State Aggies.
Liberty sports the 55th-ranked defense this season (297.5 yards allowed per game), and has been better on the other side of the ball, ranking 19th-best with a tally of 503.0 yards per game.
The Flames are totaling 255.0 passing yards per game on offense (53rd in the FBS), and they rank 55th on defense with 176.0 passing yards allowed per game.
On offense, Liberty has been a top-25 unit in terms of rushing yards, ranking 17th-best in the FBS by compiling 248.0 per game. The Flames rank 63rd on defense (121.5 rushing yards allowed per game).
The Flames are compiling 35.5 points per game on offense, which ranks them 41st in the FBS. On the other side of the ball, they rank 86th, surrendering 24.0 points per game.
UTEP Stats & Insights
The Miners are coming off of a 27-24 loss to the Southern Utah Thunderbirds.
UTEP has sputtering defensively, ranking 16th-worst with 445.0 total yards allowed per game. It has been better on the other side of the ball, compiling 314.0 total yards per contest (109th-ranked).
From an offensive perspective, the Miners are putting up 224.0 passing yards per contest (72nd-ranked). They rank 73rd in the FBS on defense (199.5 passing yards given up per game).
In terms of rushing, this season has been tough for UTEP on both offense and defense, as it is posting only 90.0 rushing yards per contest (22nd-worst) and surrendering 245.5 rushing yards per game (seventh-worst).
The Miners have plenty of room to improve, as they rank 14th-worst in points per game (15.5) this season and 18th-worst in points surrendered per game (33.5).
Liberty Key Players to Watch
Kaidon Salter has 498 passing yards (249.0 ypg) to lead Liberty, completing 61.5% of his passes and collecting two touchdown passes this season. He’s also helped out on the ground with 71 rushing yards (35.5 ypg) on 19 carries.
Quinton Cooley has carried the ball 28 times for a team-high 221 yards (110.5 per game), with three touchdowns this year.
This season Billy Lucas has taken 25 carries for 101 yards (50.5 per game) and one touchdown, while also catching three passes for 35 yards (17.5 per game).
Treon Sibley’s team-high 264 receiving yards (132.0 yards per game) have come on 10 receptions with one touchdown.
Elijah Canion has totaled 88 receiving yards (44.0 yards per game), reeling in four passes this year.
Tyson Mobley’s six grabs are good enough for 47 yards (23.5 ypg).
UTEP Key Players to Watch
Skyler Locklear has thrown for 410 yards (205.0 ypg) to lead UTEP, completing 71.7% of his passes and collecting two touchdown passes and one interception this season. He’s also run for 62 yards (31.0 ypg) on 19 carries with one rushing touchdown.
Jevon Jackson has carried the ball 30 times for a team-high 112 yards (56.0 per game) this year.
Kam Thomas’ team-leading 170 receiving yards (85.0 yards per game) have come on 12 receptions with one touchdown.
Kenny Odom has hauled in five passes for 97 yards (48.5 yards per game) this year.
Jaden Smith’s eight catches have netted him 89 yards (44.5 ypg).
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