UTEP Miners at Liberty Flames Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 9/14/2024 6:00 PM EST

We have your UTEP Miners at Liberty Flames prop betting and game preview needs covered as the UTEP Miners hit the road to face the Liberty Flames.

UTEP Miners at Liberty Flames Odds Info

Best Moneyline Odds: UTEP Miners +1000 (ESPN Bet) / Liberty Flames -1800 (ESPN Bet)Best Spread Odds: -23.0 - UTEP Miners -110 (ESPN BET) / Liberty Flames -110 (Caesars)
Best Total Odds: 56.5 - Under -110 (FanDuel) / Over -110 (FanDuel)

Game Info

Date: 9/14/2024
Time: 6:00 PM EST
Location: Williams Stadium (VA)
TV: ESPN+

UTEP Miners at Liberty Flames Preview

The UTEP Miners are set to face a formidable challenge as they travel to Williams Stadium to take on the Liberty Flames. Coming off a narrow 27-24 overtime loss to Southern Utah, the Miners are eager to rebound and secure their first win of the season. Despite a strong performance from quarterback Skyler Locklear, who completed 22 of 29 passes for 295 yards and accounted for two touchdowns, UTEP fell short in their home opener. The Miners' offense showed promise, with Jevon Jackson contributing significantly on the ground and through the air, but they will need to tighten up their defense to contend with Liberty's potent attack.

Liberty, on the other hand, enters the matchup with momentum, having rallied to a 30-24 victory over New Mexico State. The Flames' offense, led by Kaidon Salter, who threw for 256 yards, and Quinton Cooley, who rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns, has been firing on all cylinders. Liberty's ability to overcome a 14-point deficit in their last outing underscores their resilience and offensive prowess. The Flames are heavily favored in this contest, with a spread of -23.5, reflecting their strong start to the season and the challenges UTEP faces in containing their dynamic playmakers.

As the Miners prepare for this clash, they will need to focus on maintaining possession and capitalizing on scoring opportunities while shoring up their defense against a Liberty team that has shown it can score in bunches. The game promises to be a test of UTEP's resolve and ability to adapt against a high-caliber opponent.

UTEP Miners at Liberty Flames Pick: Total Points Under

In the upcoming matchup between the UTEP Miners and the Liberty Flames, the total points line is set at 56.5, and the under presents a compelling case. UTEP's recent performance against Southern Utah, where they managed 24 points in an overtime loss, highlights their offensive struggles. Despite a strong showing from quarterback Skyler Locklear, who threw for 295 yards and accounted for two touchdowns, the Miners' offense has not been prolific enough to suggest a high-scoring affair against a formidable Liberty defense.

On the other side, Liberty's offense, while potent, has shown a tendency to engage in tightly contested games, as evidenced by their 30-24 victory over New Mexico State. The Flames' ability to rally from a 14-point deficit demonstrates their resilience, but it also indicates that they are not consistently blowing out opponents. With Kaidon Salter leading the charge, Liberty has been effective but not overwhelmingly dominant, which could keep the scoring in check.

Furthermore, UTEP's defense will be under pressure to contain Liberty's dynamic playmakers, and while they have struggled at times, the Miners have shown the ability to limit scoring, as seen in their first-half performance against Southern Utah. Given these factors, the total points under 56.5 appears to be a prudent choice, as both teams may find themselves in a more strategic and defensively oriented battle than the odds suggest.