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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Set to Clash with UTEP Miners at Sun Bowl Stadium in Football Showdown

As the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders prepare to take on the UTEP Miners at Sun Bowl Stadium, fans can anticipate an exciting game of football. The Blue Raiders have been showing a strong performance trend, coming off a decisive 48-32 victory against the same opponents in their last encounter. This win was characterized by a powerful offense that put up points consistently across all quarters, particularly in the first and final periods of play.


Sep 24, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders wide receiver DJ England-Chisolm (3) makes a catch before running for a touchdown against the Miami Hurricanes during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at previous games, Middle Tennessee's offense has been formidable. Against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, they secured a solid 29-10 win with an impressive total yardage of 464 and maintained possession for over 36 minutes. Their defense was equally dominant with two sacks and one interception.


The following week saw them outperform Old Dominion Monarchs with a staggering scoreline of 51-17. The team's offensive efficiency shone through as they converted half of their third-down attempts and scored touchdowns on three-quarters of their red-zone entries.


In their matchup against Charlotte 49ers, although the score was closer at 21-13, Middle Tennessee showcased resilience on defense with four sacks and two interceptions while limiting their turnovers.


The venue could play a significant role in this upcoming game; playing away from home might present challenges for Middle Tennessee. However, given their recent form—especially considering how they've managed to turn defensive plays into scoring opportunities—the Blue Raiders are likely to enter Sun Bowl Stadium confident in their ability to secure another win.


Fans can catch all the action live from El Paso on November 10th at 20:00 GMT as ESPN+ broadcasts what promises to be an engaging contest between these two teams.

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