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UConn football seeks bounce-back game against Southern Miss on Saturday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:12 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

UConn football seeks bounce-back game against Southern Miss on Saturday
Summary

UConn travels to face Southern Miss on Saturday after falling 38-14 to Maryland last week. The Huskies struggled offensively, yielding five sacks and managing just 67 rushing yards. First-year coach Jason Candle aims to improve efficiency and consistency. Southern Miss also seeks to rebound from a 43-8 loss to Auburn. Both teams look to address their challenges head-on in Hattiesburg.

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  • •UConn carries a 1-1 record into the game against Southern Miss.
  • •The Huskies' offensive line allowed five sacks in their previous match.
  • •Southern Miss is also looking for its first win after losing to Auburn.
  • •UConn's rushing attack averaged 2.2 yards per carry against Maryland.
  • •Both teams are reassessing their strategies after tough Week 2 performances.
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  • 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — UConn football seeks bounce-back win at Southern Miss on Saturday
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UConn football looks to bounce back from its Week 2 loss to Maryland as the Huskies travel to face Southern Miss on Saturday.

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