Middle Tennessee and UAB Blazers Face Off at Johnny Red Floyd Stadium

As the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders prepare to host the UAB Blazers at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium, fans are eager to see if the team can continue their recent performance trends. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 1st, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Murfreesboro.

The Blue Raiders have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few outings. Their most recent game against the Blazers ended narrowly with a 27-25 defeat despite a strong start where they led 13-3 after the first quarter. This loss was preceded by an impressive victory over UTEP Miners with a high-scoring affair that finished 48-32 in favor of Middle Tennessee. In this match-up, they showcased an explosive offense with over six yards per play on average and were particularly effective in red zone situations.

However, consistency has been an issue for the Blue Raiders as evidenced by their performance against Kentucky Wildcats where they fell short 34-23. Despite putting up significant yardage through both passing and rushing plays, turnovers proved costly.

Analyzing these past performances indicates that when Middle Tennessee minimizes mistakes and capitalizes on scoring opportunities, especially within the red zone, they can be formidable opponents. Their defense has also had moments of brilliance with multiple sacks and forced turnovers being highlights.

The venue itself could play into Middle Tennessee's hands; playing at home at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium has historically provided them with an edge thanks to familiar surroundings and strong fan support.

Fans can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network from Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium on December 1st at 18:30 local time as Middle Tennessee looks to leverage home advantage against UAB Blazers in what is set up to be an enthralling football matchup.