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Florida Atlantic Owls' Riley Thompson Shines as UTEP Miners Prepare for Clash

The Florida Atlantic Owls are gearing up to face off against the UTEP Miners in an exciting football game scheduled for October 22nd at the Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas. The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+ for fans to enjoy.


Sep 23, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA;  Florida Atlantic Owls quarterback Daniel Richardson (10) passes during the fist half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

In their previous three games, the Florida Atlantic Owls have showcased some impressive performances from their players. One standout player is Riley Thompson, who plays as a Punter for the team. In their last game against Rice Owls, Thompson punted for a total of 280 yards, with 3 punts landing inside the opponent's 20-yard line. His net yards averaged at an impressive 244 yards, showing his ability to pin opponents deep in their territory.


Another player to watch out for is Armani-Eli Adams, who plays as a Safety. In the same game against Rice Owls, Adams displayed his defensive prowess by recording 1 tackle and assisting in 4 more. He also managed to intercept a pass and defended another one, showcasing his ability to disrupt the opponent's passing game.


Xavier Peters, an Outside Linebacker for the Florida Atlantic Owls, has also made significant contributions on defense. In their previous game against North Texas Mean Green, Peters recorded 1 tackle and assisted in 4 more. He also managed to sack the quarterback once and made a tackle for loss.


On the UTEP Miners' side, Deion Hankins has been a reliable Wide Receiver for the team. In their last game against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, Hankins caught a pass for 16 yards, showcasing his ability to make crucial receptions.


Ronald Awatt and Reynaldo Flores have been impactful Running Backs for UTEP Miners. Awatt rushed for a total of 66 yards in their previous game against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, averaging 4.4 yards per carry. Flores also contributed with 22 rushing yards, averaging 11 yards per carry.


Gavin Hardison, the Quarterback for UTEP Miners, has shown his passing skills in their previous game. He threw for a total of 320 yards, completing 71.4 percent of his passes. Hardison also managed to throw 2 touchdown passes without any interceptions.


As both teams prepare for their upcoming clash, it will be interesting to see how these top performers continue to make an impact on the field. The Florida Atlantic Owls will rely on Riley Thompson's punting skills to gain field position advantage, while UTEP Miners will look to Deion Hankins and Gavin Hardison to make crucial plays on offense.


The game between Florida Atlantic Owls and UTEP Miners promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams showcasing talented players who can make a significant impact on the outcome of the game. Fans can tune in to ESPN+ on October 22nd at 8:00 PM UTC to witness this thrilling football showdown at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas.

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