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UConn Hosts FIU in Homecoming Test With Huskies Favored by 7.5

Containing Keyone Jenkins will test whether UConn can deliver a cleaner, more complete game.

Johnny Chaney Jr. #0 of the FIU Panthers reacts with Dante Anderson #13 of the FIU Panthers after a play during the third quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium on September 6, 2025 in State College, Pennsylvania.
UConn quarterback Joe Fagnano scrambles for first-half yardage during the Huskies' win over FIU on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 at Rentschler Field. (Courtesy of UConn)
Quarterback Keyone Jenkins led FIU to a win over UConn two seasons ago as a freshman. He's back to lead the Golden Panthers into Saturday's matchup at Rentschler Field. (AP Photo/Doug Murray)

Overview

  • UConn enters at 3-2 seeking a third straight win after a 20-17 victory at Buffalo, while FIU is 2-2 following a 38-16 loss to Delaware and a bye week.
  • Running back Cam Edwards has rushed for 557 yards this season, and receiver Skyler Bell leads FBS with 42 receptions.
  • Jim Mora identifies FIU quarterback Keyone Jenkins’ scrambling and pressure-beating ability as the primary defensive challenge.
  • UConn has not committed a turnover this season and recorded a rare penalty-free performance in the Buffalo win.
  • The teams last met in 2023 at Rentschler Field, where FIU won 24-17 behind Jenkins’ 284 passing yards and two touchdowns.