The FIU Panthers football program represents Florida International University in American football, competing at the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision level as a member of Conference USA. Based in Miami, Florida, the team plays its home games at the 20,000-seat Pitbull Stadium under the leadership of head coach Willie Simmons.
The program is notable for its achievements in collegiate football, including a Sun Belt Conference co-championship in 2010 and multiple postseason bowl appearances. These accomplishments highlight the team's competitive standing within its conference and recognition on the national stage.
Recently, FIU football has garnered significant media attention for qualifying for a bowl game for the first time since 2019, marking a milestone in the program's recent history. This achievement has been accompanied by coverage of their final regular-season matchup against Jacksonville State, along with recognition of individual player accomplishments such as selections to conference all-academic teams.
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