The Blazers finished 2021 with a win over BYU in thr Independence Bowl to conclude their 2021 Campaign. BYU was ranked 13th at the time. At the time all where unaware that would be the final time Coach Bill Clark would roam the Blazers sideline, before announcing his retirement due to health issues in summer 2022. With Coach Vincent being promoted the Blazers look to build on Coach Clarke's success.
We at The Xtra Point believe that Coach Vincent and the Blazers will have success, but their strength of schedule being on CUSA will have a major impact on their potential rankings. One of their biggest test doesn't come until late in the season when they hit the road to Baton Rouge to take on the Tigers of LSU. I don't know what to expect from LSU this year, sure they have the talent, but can Brian Kelly put it together in year 1? This is UAB's chance to really show the world what kind of team they are. It really will depend on how LSU plays until then.
I think UAB finishes 9-3, which is a solid season. I doubt they crack the Top 25, but I think UAB will get more respect this year than in past years, especially with the move to the AAC.
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