With conference play in full swing, a handful of teams that weathered September “paycheck games” suddenly have a second life. That’s especially true in Conference USA, where its teams were pummeled by the likes of Alabama,

Midweek Conference USA action gets underway in earnest, but college football Week 6 gives us an early look at two teams from the conference who are currently on opposite trajectories. Who wins when the Sam Houston Bearkats and UTEP Miners face off in the Sun Bowl?

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The Sam Houston Bearkats (4-1) meet a conference opponent when they visit the UTEP Miners (0-4) on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at the Sun Bowl in a CUSA battle. The contest will air on CBS Sports

So far in 2024, the Sam Houston Bearkats have a record of 5-1. For their full schedule and results, see below.

Sam Houston has stepped up in its second season in the FBS with a strong 4-1 start including a stunning win over Texas State. All of a sudden, the high-powered Bearkats look like a factor in the Conference USA race,