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FIU Falls 40-6 to Miners - Recap
FIU was unable to contain Reynaldo Flores on Saturday and the result was a 40-6 Week 12 loss against the Miners.
Bettors who backed the Miners were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -14.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 50.0.
Reynaldo Flores rushed for 128 yards, while Ronald Awatt added 84 yards in the win. Kelly Akharaiyi and Tyrin Smith added 99 and 58 receiving yards respectively.
Lexington Joseph rushed for 10 yards for FIU, while EJ Wilson Jr. added 10 yards. Haden Carlson threw for 0 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Rivaldo Fairweather and Jalen Bracey had 22 and 18 yards respectively.
FIU lost the offensive yardage battle to UTEP 525-71 yards in Saturday's game. UTEP had more first downs as that total ended up 29-5.
FIU lost the time of possession battle 42:00-18:00, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
UTEP heads into a Week 13 battle against UTSA. FIU, meanwhile, will have their next action against Middle Tennessee.