The Florida International Panthers (2-6) will face off against college football conference rival New Mexico State Aggies (2-5) on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Riccardo Silva Stadium in what promises to be a crucial CUSA matchup. Both teams are looking to turn their seasons around and make a statement in this late-season clash. With both squads eager for a win, this contest could have significant implications in the conference standings.
What? College Football Week 10 New Mexico State vs. Florida International
When? Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
Where? Riccardo Silva Stadium
The Panthers head into this matchup after a close 10-7 loss to the Sam Houston Bearkats in their previous game, while the Aggies are coming off a 33-30 victory against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.
In their last game, the Florida International Panthers fell to the Sam Houston Bearkats in a tough 10-7 loss.
During FIU’s game, Chayden Peery completed seven of 12 passes for 58 yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Shomari Lawrence recorded 44 rushing yards on eight attempts, while wide receiver Eric Rivers made three catches for 42 yards, including a touchdown.
Here are some of the key player stats for FIU this season:
Keyone Jenkins: The Panthers’ quarterback has thrown for 1,438 yards, averaging 179.8 passing yards per game, with 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions.
Kejon Owens: He has rushed for 317 yards on 74 carries and scored five touchdowns.
Lexington Joseph: Contributing 258 yards on 61 carries, Joseph has also added two touchdowns on the ground.
Eric Rivers: Leading the team in receiving, Rivers has 32 receptions for 581 yards and five touchdowns.
Dean Patterson: He’s caught 31 passes for 384 yards and three touchdowns.
Nazeviah Burris: Adding to the receiving corps, Burris has 22 receptions for 209 yards and one touchdown.
New Mexico State Aggies
The New Mexico State Aggies beat LA Tech 33-30 last time out. Quarterback Parker Awad completed 11 of 22 passes for 155 yards, including one touchdown. He also added 23 rushing yards on four carries. Running back Seth McGowan led the ground game with 66 rushing yards on 17 attempts and caught two passes for 25 yards. Wide receiver TJ Pride hauled in four receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown.
Here are some of the key player stats for New Mexico State this college football season:
Parker Awad: Awad has thrown for 518 yards, averaging 74 passing yards per game, with a 43.5% completion rate. He has tossed four touchdowns and three interceptions.
Seth McGowan: McGowan is the team’s leading rusher, accumulating 458 yards on 90 carries (65.4 yards per game) and scoring two touchdowns.
Mike Washington: Washington has contributed with 284 rushing yards on 78 carries and three touchdowns.
PJ Johnson III: Johnson leads the Aggies in receiving yards, recording 215 yards on 12 catches, along with one touchdown.
TJ Pride: Pride has 213 receiving yards and one touchdown on 20 receptions this season.
Kordell David: David has added 117 receiving yards, averaging 16.7 yards per game.
Prediction and Betting Picks
Florida International Panthers should have too much for New Mexico State Aggies and I expect them to cover the spread with a convincing win in week 10.
Florida International Panthers -10.5New Mexico State vs. Florida International
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