Walden praises UTEP's clean football after first fall scrimmage

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Walden praises UTEP's clean football after first fall scrimmage

Summary

UTEP football held its first fall scrimmage on August 15, 2026, as the team prepares for its season opener against Oklahoma in 20 days. Head Coach Scotty Walden noted significant progress in practice, highlighting the team’s balanced competition. He commended both offensive and defensive players, including quarterback EJ Colson Jr., who showed efficient play and coordination. Walden emphasized the importance of minimizing turnovers. The Miners will conduct another scrimmage in the coming weeks to finalize their roster ahead of the upcoming game.

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Key Details

•UTEP scrimmage occurs 20 days before the season opener against Oklahoma.
•Scotty Walden praises the team's overall progress and competition level.
•EJ Colson Jr. demonstrates strong play as the starting quarterback.
•Defensive standout performances include tackles by Truth Holmes and Kane Tinsley.
•Another scrimmage is planned to finalize the 74-man travel roster.

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1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Walden praises ‘clean football’ as UTEP holds first fall scrimmage

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EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — UTEP football is now just 20 days out from its season opener against the Oklahoma Sooners. However, Head Coach Scotty Walden said his squad is currently focused on improving themselves, and Saturday morning’s scrimmage allowed Walden to gauge where their progress two weeks into fall training camp. UTEP held the […]
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