MIAMI (AP) — Kejon Owens ran for 173 yards and two touchdowns to lead Florida International to a 38-28 victory over Florida Atlantic in the Shula Bowl on Saturday night.

The win was Florida International’s first victory in the Shula Bowl — the annual meeting between the two sides — since 2016, a 33-31 win.

Keyone Jenkins was the other half of the Panthers’ offensive attack. He was 18 for 24 with 184 yards and a touchdown and he rushed for a touchdown.

Caden Veltkamp was 33 of 50 for 343 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. None of his interceptions resulted in scores for Florida International, but his final one ended Florida Atlantic’s hope of a comeback with 2:39 remaining.

FIU took advantage of an early turnover on downs, resulting in Owens’ opening score in the first q

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