The Group of Five versus Power 5 battle is here! Michael Desormeaux must be so proud of his team. Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns will enter the New Mexico Bowl with a solid 10-3 record. But who thought Louisiana would perform their worst game in the Sun Belt Championship and lose to Marshall 31-3? On the other hand, TCU Horned Frogs enter the game boasting an 8-4 record and have been riding high with three consecutive wins. This matchup marks the first-ever meeting between these two programs and is a notable game, but who’s calling the game?
The game holds significant importance as it is the first appearance for either a Sun Belt or a Big 12 team in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl. Kickoff is set for 2:15 p.m. ET at University Stadium in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For the fans who cannot visit the stadium, make sure to tune in to ESPN and enjoy the live action. For those tuning in, you can expect to hear Brian Custer, Rod Gilmore, and Lauren Sisler on the call for this exciting bowl game.
Custer is a well-known sports broadcaster who has made a name for himself as the host of Showtime Championship Boxing and as a play-by-play announcer for ESPN College Football and NBA games. His experience and energetic style will keep fans engaged throughout the game. Joining him is Rod Gilmore, an accomplished college football analyst who has been with ABC and ESPN since 1996. Gilmore’s insights will be very crucial for the game as he brings his on-field experience. He played college football as a defensive back at Stanford.
Rounding out the broadcast team is Lauren Sisler, who will be reporting from the sidelines. Sisler has been a prominent figure at ESPN and SEC Network since 2016, covering everything from college football to gymnastics. The game is going to be intense. Michael Desormeaux and Sonny Dykes will make sure to bring in their best players on the ground. Let’s take a look at the key players from the teams.
Louisiana vs. TCU: Key players to watch
Are you ready for the 2024 Mexico Bowl? The matchup between the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns and the TCU Horned Frogs is shaping up to be an exciting clash. With kickoff just around the corner, let’s take a closer look at key players who could make a significant impact on this game.
For Louisiana, all eyes will be on Daniel Beale, the freshman quarterback who was thrown into the spotlight during the Sun Belt Championship Game against Marshall. After starting quarterback Ben Wooldridge went down with an injury, Beale stepped in but faced a tough outing, completing only nine of his 24 pass attempts with an interception in a 31-3 loss. See, at the moment the quarterback situation for the Ragin’ Cajuns is a bit shaky, but if Beale gets the nod again, there’s hope that more practice and preparation could lead to better results. He’ll need to step up his game if Louisiana hopes to compete against a strong TCU squad.
Meanwhile, TCU’s offense will be led by Josh Hoover. The quarterback has had a stellar season, finishing with over 3,697 passing yards. Hoover ranks seventh in the nation and has thrown for 23 touchdowns against just 10 interceptions. One of his advantages is his big arm. Not to forget that the lad has plenty of talent surrounding him, making him a key player to watch as he looks to cap off a prolific offensive season for the Horned Frogs. Most importantly, with TCU favored in this matchup, Hoover’s ability to connect with his receivers will be crucial in putting points on the board. Who is winning the 2024 New Mexico Bowl, according to you? Let us know in the comment box below.
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