FIU's football team, led by running back Kejon Owens, is set to face Sam Houston at Shell Energy Stadium on November 29 at 1 p.m. ET. FIU, with a 6-5 record, recently defeated Jacksonville State 27-21 and aims for its first 7-win season since 2017, having secured bowl eligibility for the first time since 2019. Owens, who rushed for 141 yards in the last game, has accumulated 1,174 rushing yards this season, ranking third in Conference USA and fifth nationally, breaking FIU's single-season rushing record. Joe Pesansky, the quarterback, threw for two touchdowns and two interceptions in the recent game. Sam Houston, with a 2-9 record, has shown improvement in the last three weeks with wins against Delaware and Oklahoma State, despite a tough season. The game marks the final contest for the Bearkats in the 2025 season, which is considered a turning point under first-year head coach Willie Simmons. The game will be available on ESPN+ and betting odds are provided by BetMGM Sportsbook. The article also highlights the season's significance for both teams, with FIU's bowl appearance and Owens' historic season, and the Bearkats' effort to close out their season positively.