UTEP has temporarily pulled the plug on football, canceling Friday’s game with Southern Miss and suspending football activities.
The status of the Dec. 12 game against North Texas has not been determined. UTEP’s Saturday game with Rice was canceled shortly after the original kickoff time.
“During our recent COVID testing, multiple members of our football team tested positive for the virus,” athletic director Jim Senter said in a statement. “As a result, we determined that we would not be able to play the game against Rice.
“At the recommendation of our team doctors and sports medicine personnel, and out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of everyone associated with our football program, we have suspended all team activities.