DALLAS – The FIU football program enjoyed an eventful day two in Dallas, Texas, as the Panthers continue preparations for the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl, set for Friday, Dec. 26 at 8 p.m. ET against UTSA on ESPN.
 
FIU took to the practice fields on SMU's campus Tuesday morning, completing a full workout as part of its normal practice routine. To add some energy and competition, the Panthers incorporated one-on-one drills highlighted by the "Rattle the Cage" segment, featuring offensive linemen matched up against defensive linemen in a pass-catching challenge.
 
The spirited competition carried over into a post-practice "Rattle the Cage" session, where administrators and football support staff had the opportunity to catch passes in front of the team. FIU Director of Athletics Scott Carr and FIU President Jeanette Nuñez joined in the action, each hauling in touchdown receptions to cap off the Panthers' first practice in Dallas.
 
FIU concluded the day with a team outing to the American Airlines Center, where the Panthers attended the NBA matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets.

A photo gallery from day two of bowl activities is attached, with a full day recap featuring Corey Brooks available at the link provided.

BOWL BOUND

Led by first-year head coach Willie Simmons and our talented student-athletes, coaches and staff, the Panthers are set to represent FIU on a national stage in Dallas, Texas on Dec. 26 in the First Responder Bowl. FIU will take on UTSA at 8 p.m. ET at Gerald J. Ford Stadium, of which the game will air as a standalone matchup on ESPN. 
 
Visit FIUSports.com/Bowl for all your postseason information.
 
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