Since a spectacular opener against New Mexico State, UTEP punt returner Terry Juniel has just two returns for minus-8 yards, though he has done a good job fielding the ball to preserve some field position.
The Miners also only have two kickoff returns of more than 27 yards this season, both by Jaquan White against Army.
"Terry Juniel needs to make his mark, as does Jaquan White," UTEP coach Sean Kugler said. "We need to have a game-breaking play. ...
"(On kickoff returns) I didn't think our double teams were up to par. We had some seams that were there, but the doubles teams kind of fell apart.