- Matchup: Liberty Flames vs UTEP Miners
- Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Venue: Sun Bowl, El Paso, TX
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Miners (+2.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 47.5
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The Liberty Flames (1-4) are set to visit the Sun Bowl on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, to take on the UTEP Miners (1-4). The Miners are opening as 2.0-point underdogs, with the total points set at 47.5.
This season, the Liberty Flames hold a record of 1-4. Their most recent game against the Old Dominion Monarchs resulted in a 21-7 loss. In that matchup, the Flames rushed the ball 44 times, gaining 133 yards at an average of 3.0 yards per attempt. Overall, they executed 56 plays for a total of 210 yards. Defensively, Liberty permitted 18 completions on 26 attempts, yielding 271 yards and achieving a completion percentage of 69.2%. On the ground, the Flames allowed 218 yards on 45 carries, averaging 4.8 yards per rush.
Thus far this season, Liberty has amassed a total of 1,714 yards. In terms of scoring, the Flames have recorded 6 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, while they have turned the ball over 9 times. The team has accomplished 86 first downs but has incurred 30 penalties for a total of 232 yards. Liberty averages 167.2 rushing yards per game, placing them at 61st in Division 1. On average, they score 17.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Flames have allowed 814 passing yards, ranking them 19th nationally. They concede 162.8 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 55.6%. In total, they yield 387.8 yards per game, placing them 94th in the country. They have allowed 5 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, giving up an average of 5.5 yards per carry and 225.0 rushing yards per game. Across 5 games this season, they have surrendered 1,125 rushing yards. The Flames’ defense ranks 65th nationally, allowing an average of 23.2 points per game.
The UTEP Miners also bring a record of 1-4 into this contest. Their latest outing resulted in a 30-11 defeat against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. In that game, UTEP allowed 42 rushing attempts for 95 yards (2.3 yards per carry). Their passing defense faced a 69.2% completion rate, yielding 137 yards on 18 of 26 attempts. The Miners totaled 273 yards and executed 73 plays (averaging 3.7 yards per play). Their ground game averaged 4.3 yards per attempt, finishing with 126 yards on 29 carries.
When it comes to scoring, the Miners rank 110th in college football, averaging 20.8 points per game. UTEP’s offense produces an average of 346.0 yards per outing, placing them 104th in Division 1. The Miners have accumulated 266 penalty yards from 30 infractions, ranking them 83rd nationally. They have thrown 10 interceptions, allowed 1 fumble recovery against them, and achieved 82 first downs. Currently, UTEP has thrown for 1,224 passing yards, averaging 244.8 yards per game, which ranks them 60th in college football. In rushing stats, they average 101.2 yards per game with a total of 506 rushing yards so far.
On defense, UTEP has allowed 774 rushing yards, equivalent to 154.8 yards per game, and 8 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also conceded 6 passing touchdowns and 185.6 yards through the air per game, ranking 38th nationally. Total points surrendered this season amount to 133. The Miners have recorded 4 fumbles and intercepted 2 passes. Their defense has participated in 343 plays, ranking 73rd among college football teams. UTEP is allowing an average of 26.6 points per game, placing them 92nd in the nation.
Who do you think will take the victory in tonight’s Flames/Miners matchup against the spread?
Expert Pick: Opt for the Miners +2.0
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