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Army and UAB Clash for First Conference Win

10/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Army (1-3) vs University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) (2-2) Oct 4 at Protective Stadium, Birmingham; kickoff noon ET, ESPNU.
Army seeks its first conference win after losses to East Carolina (28-6) and North Texas (45-38); series favors UAB 5-1.
UAB aims to rebound from Tennessee (56-24) and Navy (38-24); Army QB Dewayne Coleman and UAB RB Jevon Jackson.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA established the Division I Football Bowl Subdivision in 1993, reshaping college football's competitive framework. The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) transitioned to this division after previously competing in Division III. UAB has a notable 5-1 record against Army, whose football program dates back to 1890, highlighting the historical rivalry and its impact on recruitment and funding in college athletics.

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Story summary

Army (1-3) vs University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) (2-2) Oct 4 at Protective Stadium, Birmingham; kickoff noon ET, ESPNU.
Army seeks its first conference win after losses to East Carolina (28-6) and North Texas (45-38); series favors UAB 5-1.
UAB aims to rebound from Tennessee (56-24) and Navy (38-24); Army QB Dewayne Coleman and UAB RB Jevon Jackson.

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