Dana Dimel Miners

On early signing day, UTEP took the same approach as they typically have done under head coach Dana Dimel and signed 17 newcomers to the team with 15 coming from the junior college ranks.

UTEP quarterback Gavin Hardison received a lot of criticism following the 54-13 loss to Boise State on MinerTalk. The hate was unwarranted given the situation Hardison has been in.