One of the big reasons for optimism about this version of the UTEP football team is that it is so veteran, loaded with so many senior returnees.
There are some areas, however where the Miners don’t want to look like last year’s 5-7 team and in a disappointing 17-14 loss to Jacksonville State on Saturday, they put all of that back on film.
Mistake after mistake
This is a talented UTEP football team, the vast improvement there from six seasons ago when Dana Dimel arrived is undeniable. The Miners have a recruiting identity and they are blessed with players loyal to the program, which is why there are so many sixth-year players.