Last night's win by New Mexico State over UTEP in the 100th Battle of I-10 is a clear indication that both football programs are heading in opposite directions.
This season's 100th edition of the rivalry series features a UTEP squad (2-5, 1-2 CUSA) needing a win to keep bowl hopes alive and an NM State group (4-3, 2-1 CUSA) that is seeking consecutive bowl seasons.
Week zero is almost here, as the Miners get ready to host the Mean Green for the season opener at the Sun Bowl on Saturday with a kickoff set for 7 p.m.
With just a few days before UTEP football will take the field at the Sun Bowl in their season opener against North Texas, let's dig into the most exciting newcomers on this team.