UTEP Miners Gear Up for a Turnaround in Fall Camp
The Miners are entering fall camp with a healthier roster, a revamped offensive line and a quarterback competition that could reshape their prospects in the Mountain West Conference.
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The Miners are entering fall camp with a healthier roster, a revamped offensive line and a quarterback competition that could reshape their prospects in the Mountain West Conference.

Despite offseason adjustments, UTEP enters the game with a 2-10 record and limited returning production, making a Michigan victory highly probable.

The Miners are transitioning to a new conference, relying on key players and strategic adjustments to improve on a recent record of under‑four wins per season.

The University of Texas at El Paso will join the Mountain West Conference in 2026, opening the season against Oklahoma on ESPN+. With quarterback EJ Colson, receiver Carver Cheeks and defensive end Sterling Miles leading the way, the Miners hope to turn recent struggles into a fresh start under head coach Scotty Walden.

After a 5‑7 finish, the Incarnate Word Cardinals are reshaping their roster, coaching staff and mindset as they chase a return to dominance in the Southland Conference.

The Wolverines are set to face the Miners in a matchup that highlights UTEP's recent struggles and Michigan's early-season momentum.

Despite UTEP's recent struggles and a roster overhaul, the Wolverines face a surprisingly mobile offense led by transfer quarterback EJ Colson. Michigan aims to fine‑tune its defense before Big Ten play.

The Wolverines' 2026 schedule features a spectrum of quarterback talent, with UTEP’s EJ Colson identified as the easiest opponent and Oregon’s Dante Moore highlighted as the most formidable challenge.

The Mountain West has revealed the student‑athletes and coaches who will represent each school at the 2026 Old Trapper Media Days, scheduled for July 15‑16 at The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

UTEP enters its first Mountain West season after a challenging 2025 campaign, while Nevada aims to secure bowl eligibility. The October 10 matchup will reveal how quickly the Miners can translate defensive promise into results.
The Wolverines open the 2026 season with a series of games that range from modest non‑conference foes to formidable Big Ten rivals, each offering a glimpse into the team’s progress under new leadership.