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Missouri State Bears Face Struggling UTEP Miners November 15

11/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Missouri State Bears football will host the UTEP Miners on November 15 at 2 p.m. CT.
Missouri State is 6-3, 4-1 in Conference USA, after a 21-17 win over Liberty led by Jacob Clark.
UTEP Miners enter 2-7 and have lost two straight, including a 30-27 loss to Jacksonville State.
The game streams on ESPN+ instead of traditional TV.
Both teams seek a win to improve standings.

History

Historical Context

The College Football Playoff (CFP) system, introduced in 2014, replaced the controversial Bowl Championship Series (BCS) that had been in place since 1998. The BCS faced criticism for its selection process, often favoring teams from major conferences. The CFP aims to enhance competition and fairness, impacting teams like Missouri State and UTEP as they navigate this new landscape for postseason success.

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Story summary

Missouri State Bears football will host the UTEP Miners on November 15 at 2 p.m. CT.
Missouri State is 6-3, 4-1 in Conference USA, after a 21-17 win over Liberty led by Jacob Clark.
UTEP Miners enter 2-7 and have lost two straight, including a 30-27 loss to Jacksonville State.
The game streams on ESPN+ instead of traditional TV.
Both teams seek a win to improve standings.

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