Florida International Panthers at UConn Huskies
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Fagnano's big day powers UConn past FIU, 51-10
The Huskies (4-2) have won three straight, while the Panthers (2-3) have dropped two in a row.
UConn took a 24-point lead into halftime, and scored on five straight drives between the second and third quarters. Only three of their nine scoring drives lasted longer than 2:30.
Cam Edwards and Oliver Lundberg Coleman each scored on the ground, and Reymello Murphy and Victor Rosa each had touchdown receptions. Chris Freeman connected on 28-, 36-, and 43-yard field goals for the Huskies.
The Panthers struggled with turnovers, losing two fumbles and throwing three interceptions. Kejon Owens led the offense with 67 yards rushing and FIU's lone touchdown on 16 attempts.
UConn had 527 yards and were 6-for-13 on third downs, and held FIU to 304 yards and 3-for-15 on third downs.
The Huskies lead the series 2-1. FIU won 24-17 in their last meeting on Sept. 16, 2023.
How To Watch
How can I watch Florida International Panthers vs. UConn Huskies?
- TV Channel: Panthers at Huskies 2021 College Football, week 6, is broadcasted on CBSSN.
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Scoring Summary
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TD | 1st Period 7:38 | Skyler Bell 18 Yd pass from Joe Fagnano (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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TD | 1st Period 2:08 | Cam Edwards 1 Yd Run (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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FG | 2nd Period 10:55 | Chris Freeman 43 Yd Field Goal |
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FG | 2nd Period 6:05 | Noah Grant 26 Yd Field Goal |
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TD | 2nd Period 0:55 | Reymello Murphy 61 Yd pass from Joe Fagnano (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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FG | 2nd Period 0:21 | Chris Freeman 36 Yd Field Goal |
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TD | 3rd Period 13:22 | Victor Rosa 65 Yd pass from Joe Fagnano (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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FG | 3rd Period 6:46 | Chris Freeman 28 Yd Field Goal |
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TD | 3rd Period 2:56 | Skyler Bell 8 Yd pass from Joe Fagnano (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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TD | 4th Period 9:48 | Oliver Lundberg Coleman 1 Yd Run (Chris Freeman Kick) |
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TD | 4th Period 5:46 | Kejon Owens 2 Yd Run (Noah Grant Kick) |
Statistics
 FIU |
 CONN |
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|---|---|---|
| 18 | 1st Downs | 22 |
| 3-15 | 3rd down efficiency | 6-13 |
| 1-2 | 4th down efficiency | 0-0 |
| 304 | Total Yards | 527 |
| 174 | Passing | 377 |
| 22/36 | Comp/Att | 24/34 |
| 4.8 | Yards per pass | 11.1 |
| 130 | Rushing | 150 |
| 36 | Rushing Attempts | 33 |
| 3.6 | Yards per rush | 4.5 |
| 4-45 | Penalties | 6-48 |
| 5 | Turnovers | 1 |
| 2 | Fumbles lost | 1 |
| 3 | Interceptions thrown | 0 |
| 30:27 | Possession | 29:33 |
Game Information
Location: East Hartford, CT
Attendance: 27,310 · Capacity:
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