Florida International 22, New Mexico State 3 on October 7, 2026

Recap

On October 7, 2026, Florida International defeated New Mexico State 22-3 at Pitbull Stadium in Miami. Robert Czeremcha made a career-high five field goals and tied the program single-game record set by Dustin Rivest against Arkansas State in 2008. Czeremcha's makes came from 40, 52, 33, 21, and 48 yards after entering with a career-long of 39 yards set last season.

The Panthers scored their only touchdown in the first quarter and added three field goals in the second for a 10-3 halftime lead. New Mexico State's only points came on Brody Richter's 53-yard field goal in the second quarter. Czeremcha opened the second half with a 52-yard field goal to make it 13-3. He added a 33-yard make in the third quarter and field goals from 21 and 48 yards in the fourth. His final kick followed Demetrius Hill's interception, FIU's third takeaway of the night.

JJ Kohl completed 12 of 21 passes for 115 yards with an interception for Florida International (3-2, 1-0 Conference USA). Devonte Lyons rushed for 78 yards on 14 carries, and Anthony Carrie scored on the ground. Adam Damante and Trey Hedden each threw an interception for New Mexico State (2-4, 1-1). James Jones ran for 89 yards. The Aggies posted their lowest scoring output of the season behind a trio of giveaways, according to New Mexico State athletics. FIU has won five straight home games dating to last season.

Lineup

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