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FIU is back on the gridiron Saturday when the Panthers take on one of the top teams in Conference USA this season: Marshall. The Thundering Herd is 6-1 after a forgettable 3-9 season last year.
Marshall has one of the best defenses in the conference, led by a front seven that is second in C-USA with 22 sacks. Marshall has the top scoring defense and the No. 2 total defense in the league.
Offensively, the Herd has a balanced attack with a pair of good running backs and a sound, veteran quarterback leading an efficient passing game.