Florida International vs Florida Atlantic

The Shula Bowl delivered another gritty chapter as Florida Atlantic held off FIU 16-10 at Flagler Credit Union Stadium. In a defensive slugfest befitting this heated rivalry, the Owls grinded out the win in front of their home crowd, keeping the Panthers' offense in check throughout the night. Neither team found much rhythm on offense, but Florida Atlantic made just enough plays when it mattered most. With 208 plays of back-and-forth intensity, this one came down to execution in the trenches. The Owls' defense stood tall in crucial moments, while FIU battled hard but couldn't find the breakthrough they needed. Florida Atlantic extends their edge in this fierce rivalry with a hard-fought victory that was pure Shula Bowl football—tough, physical, and decided by the slimmest of margins.