FIU earns first FBS win in CUSA, WKU struggles further

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

FIU earns first FBS win in CUSA, WKU struggles further
Summary

In Week 2 of Conference USA, FIU captured a significant 33-20 home victory over Buffalo, marking the league's only win against FBS competition so far in 2026. After an earlier loss to South Florida, FIU's offense improved, with quarterback JJ Kohl throwing for over 300 yards. Meanwhile, WKU faced another tough test against Georgia, trailing 49-0 in the second quarter before struggles in both offense and defense continued to plague the team. The Hilltoppers remain one of only two winless teams in the conference, reflecting a significant downturn in performance.

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  • FIU secures first FBS win against Buffalo on September 12, 2026
  • WKU suffers heavy loss to Georgia, down 49-0 in first half
  • CUSA teams hold a collective 3-7 record in Week 2
  • Sam Houston improves despite being 0-2, showing competitive performances
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FIU shows promise through two weeks, picking up the CUSA’s lone win over FBS competition in 2026.

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