- Matchup: UTEP Miners vs. Sam Houston Bearkats
- Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
- Venue: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, Huntsville, TX
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Lines: Bearkats (+3.0)
- Over/Under Total: 47.5
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The UTEP Miners (1-5) are set to face off against the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-6) at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium on October 15, 2025. UTEP is currently favored by 3.0 points according to sports analysts, with the total set at 47.5 points.
This season, the UTEP Miners hold a 1-5 record. Their last matchup was a setback against the Liberty Flames, concluding with a score of 19-8. On defense, UTEP allowed 160 rushing yards on 50 carries, averaging 3.2 yards per rush. In the passing game, they permitted 19 completions from 33 attempts, resulting in 243 yards and a completion rate of 57.6%. The Miners managed 52 offensive plays, accumulating 167 yards. Their rushing attack gained 56 yards on 25 attempts, averaging 2.2 yards per carry.
On the season, UTEP has amassed a total of 1,897 yards. They have scored 9 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, while committing 13 turnovers. The team has also achieved 91 first downs and has incurred 33 penalties resulting in 306 yards. Their average rushing yardage is 93.7, ranking them 127th nationally. Points-wise, the Miners are averaging 18.7 per game.
Defensively, UTEP ranks 73rd in Division 1, giving up 25.3 points per game. Opponents are averaging 3.6 yards per rush and 155.7 rushing yards per game, totaling 934 rushing yards over 6 games. In passing defense, the Miners have allowed 1,171 yards, ranking 41st in the nation. They surrender an average of 195.2 passing yards per game, with a completion percentage against of 61.4%. Overall, they are conceding 350.8 yards per game, placing them 58th nationally, with 6 passing and 9 rushing touchdowns allowed.
The Bearkats are entering this game with an 0-6 record. They faced a close loss to the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, concluding at 29-27. In that game, the Bearkats achieved 286 total yards on 52 plays, averaging 5.5 yards per play. Their rushing game yielded 150 yards on 33 attempts, averaging 4.5 yards per rush. Conversely, they surrendered 370 rushing yards on 63 attempts, averaging 5.9 yards per carry. Their passing defense struggled, allowing 76.5% completions for 129 yards on 13 of 17 attempts.
As a team, the Sam Houston Bearkats average 277.3 yards per game, putting them at 131st in Division 1. Their offense has accumulated 330 yards from penalties over 37 infractions, ranking 75th in aiding opponents. They average 107.2 rushing yards per game, totaling 643 rushing yards this season. The Bearkats have thrown 5 interceptions and have fumbled 3 times, achieving 93 first downs thus far. Offensively, they rank 128th in the nation, averaging 17.0 points per game. Within that time, they have recorded 1,021 passing yards and an average of 170.2 passing yards per game, which is 118th in the country.
On the defensive front, Sam Houston has allowed 1,112 rushing yards (185.3 yards/game) along with 13 rushing touchdowns. They have also surrendered 12 passing touchdowns, totaling 278.5 yards per game, ranking 130th nationally. In total, their defense has allowed 237 points. Their squad has recovered 5 fumbles and achieved 2 interceptions this season. The Bearkats have executed 425 defensive plays, ranking 101st in Division 1, allowing an average of 39.5 points per game, placing them 133rd nationally.
Who will emerge victorious in this anticipated Miners/Bearkats college football clash against the spread?
Prediction: Take the Bearkats +3.0
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