UTEP Miners Football Visits Nebraska Cornhuskers in Memorial Stadium

Miners Head to Lincoln for Season Opener

El Paso, Texas – August 29, 2023

The UTEP Miners football team will open their 2023 season on the road against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. The game is scheduled for Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 11:00 AM CT and will be televised on BTN.

The Miners are coming off a 5-7 season in 2022, while the Cornhuskers went 4-8. This will be the first meeting between the two schools since 2014, when Nebraska won 38-14 in Lincoln.

The Cornhuskers are a member of the Big Ten Conference, while the Miners are a member of Conference USA. Nebraska is a traditional powerhouse in college football, with five national championships to their credit. UTEP is looking to make a name for themselves in Conference USA and hopes to pull off the upset in Lincoln.

Key Matchups

• UTEP offense vs. Nebraska defense: The Miners have a talented offense led by quarterback Gavin Hardison and running back Deion Hankins. The Cornhuskers have a stout defense led by linebacker Nick Henrich and defensive end Ochaun Mathis.
• Nebraska offense vs. UTEP defense: The Cornhuskers have a potent offense led by quarterback Casey Thompson and running back Anthony Grant. The Miners have a solid defense led by linebacker Breon Hayward and defensive end Praise Amaewhule.

Players to Watch

• UTEP: Quarterback Gavin Hardison, running back Deion Hankins, linebacker Breon Hayward, defensive end Praise Amaewhule
• Nebraska: Quarterback Casey Thompson, running back Anthony Grant, linebacker Nick Henrich, defensive end Ochaun Mathis

Prediction

The Cornhuskers are a heavy favorite in this game. They have more talent and experience than the Miners. However, the Miners are a well-coached team that could pull off the upset if they play their best game.

Prediction: Nebraska 31, UTEP 24