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The last two seasons FIU has had a rough time of it against UMass losing twice in Amherst, Massachusetts. The Panthers hope a change of venue and an improved FIU team will make the difference this time.
Two years ago in a 24-14 loss to UMass, FIU totaled just 188 yards of offense. Last season in a 21-13 defeat the Panthers scored just one touchdown.
FIU (7-4) seeks a program-record tying eighth win on Saturday but it won't be easy despite the Minutemen (4-7) having a below .500 record.
UMass started the season 0-6 but all six losses were by 10 points or less and four of the six losses were a one possession loss against some good competition.