UTEP defensive end Jadrian Taylor, right tackle Jeremiah Byers and kicker Gavin Baechle headline the seven players honored to the All-Conference USA list, along with 12 more honorable mentions, per the league on Tuesday.
Former UTEP linebacker Kalaii Griffin has an opportunity of a lifetime this Friday when he represents his company, ShredSkinz, on the popular Shark Tank television show, debuting at 6 pm MST on ABC.
Quarterback Calvin Brownholtz is entering the season's final week with a chance to lead the Miners into San Antonio and steal the final victory necessary to become bowl eligible for consecutive seasons.
UTEP football secured a dominant win against Florida International Saturday afternoon (40-6), including a 38-0 mark at halftime, to improve to 5-7 (3-4 C-USA) and keep their bowl eligibility hopes alive.
Despite the fresh roster, Golding is still setting the bar high for this group, with the understanding that it might take time in the early part of the season.