Jacksonville State defeated UTEP 30-27 in Week 11, with the Gamecocks' offense and defense delivering critical plays throughout the contest. The game featured significant momentum swings, with 37 lead changes and win probability fluctuating from 0.0 to 0.87 at its peak.

The first quarter set an explosive tone, as both teams traded touchdown passes. Jacksonville State struck first when C. Creel connected with D. Johnson on a 77-yard touchdown reception. UTEP answered immediately with Skyler Locklear's 75-yard touchdown pass to W. Davis Jr.

Jacksonville State's defense provided the game's turning point in the second quarter when Caleb Nix returned an interception 93 yards for a touchdown, giving the Gamecocks crucial momentum. The quarter featured several high-impact plays, including Locklear's 34-yard completion to Davis Jr. and a 51-yard rushing gain by C. Cook for Jacksonville State.

Locklear led UTEP's offense with 244 passing yards, while Johnson paced Jacksonville State receivers with 77 yards. Jacksonville State's fourth-quarter execution secured the victory, improving to cover the 1.5-point spread. The game exceeded the 46.5-point over-under, finishing with 57 combined points.