FIU fell to Middle Tennessee, 26-23, at home, extending its losing streak to two games and ending a five-game home winning streak. The Panthers rallied late, but the Blue Raiders converted a fourth-and-10 pass for 25 yards on their final drive to seal the win.

By the Numbers
  • FIU: 3-4 overall, 1-2 in Conference USA.
  • Middle Tennessee: 4-3 overall, 2-1 in Conference USA.
  • Devonte Lyons: 115 rushing yards on 19 carries and 211 all-purpose yards.
  • JJ Kohl: 179 passing yards and 3 touchdowns.
  • Wesley Miller: 16 tackles.
Yes, But

FIU showed resilience, tying the game at 16 in the third quarter and cutting the deficit to three late. But the defense couldn’t get the stop it needed, as Middle Tennessee sustained its final possession and turned a fourth-down conversion into the decisive play.

Bottom Line

FIU’s late rally kept the game close, but defensive stops—not offensive production—proved decisive in its second straight loss.