In a Conference USA clash, the FIU Panthers (2-4) take on the winless UTEP Miners (0-6) this Wednesday night. FIU, ranked fifth in scoring offense in Conference USA, enters as 7-point favorites, while UTEP has struggled offensively, averaging just 16 points per game. FIU is 4-2 ATS this season, while UTEP has only covered once in six games. Kickoff is at 9 p.m. ET, and the game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network.
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Key Betting Trends
- FIU vs. UTEP spread: Panthers -7
- FIU vs. UTEP over/under: 47.5 points
- FIU vs. UTEP money line: Panthers -251, Miners +201
- FIU: 4-2 ATS this season
- UTEP: Has hit the team total under in four of its last six games
Why FIU Can Cover
Sophomore QB Keyone Jenkins, ranked second in Conference USA for passing yards (1,349) and touchdowns (9), leads a Panthers offense that ranks fifth in the conference in scoring. Jenkins has thrown for over 200 yards in four straight games, including a 362-yard, two-touchdown performance against Monmouth.
Why UTEP Can Cover
UTEP wide receiver Kenny Odom is a key playmaker, leading the team with 435 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Junior receiver Kam Thomas, who has a team-high 34 catches this season, also adds firepower to the Miners' offense.
Picks & Predictions
SportsLine’s model is leaning toward the Over, projecting 50 combined points, and has a strong pick on one side of the spread. Visit SportsLine to see the full prediction and which side to back in this matchup.
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