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Texas El Paso Miners Football History

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Texas El Paso Miners Football History

The First team for the University of Texas-El Paso took the gridiron back in 1914. Back then the school was known as the State College of Mines and Metallurgy. The UTEP Miners football program represents University of Texas at El Paso.

The Miners football program has had some players go on to play in the NFL:

For more on the Miners football program history check out the the posts coleected below.


HelmetHistory.com

The UTEP Miners football program, though relatively young, has undergone significant changes in its helmet design. Reflecting the program's journey, the helmets have evolved from simple to more sophisticated looks.  

Over time, the helmet design continued to refine, with variations in logo placement and color schemes. The Blazers experimented with different shades of green and gold, as well as incorporating the mascot in various sizes and positions. While the core elements of the helmet remained consistent, the subtle changes reflected the program's growth and desire to create a strong visual identity.  

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