Liberty Dominates FIU 49-10, Extends Winning Streak to Seven Games (10-31-26)
BY: LMS NETWORK TEAM
HEADLINE PHOTO CREDIT: LUKE DELACH-LMS NETWORK
LYNCHBURG, Va. — October 31, 2026 — Liberty continued its impressive run through Conference USA Saturday afternoon, delivering a commanding 49-10 Homecoming victory over Florida International at Williams Stadium.
The Flames improved to 7-1 overall and 4-0 in conference play, extending their winning streak to seven games while remaining unbeaten in CUSA competition.
Liberty established control early as running back Jaylon Coleman opened the scoring with a 14-yard touchdown run. The Flames carried that momentum into the second quarter, where Kam Davis scored twice on short rushing touchdowns and quarterback Ethan Vasko added a one-yard touchdown run.
By halftime, Liberty had built a commanding 28-0 advantage.
The Flames continued their dominance after the break. Starting quarterback Deshawn Purdie connected with Zeke Wimbush for an 11-yard touchdown before Vasko added his second rushing score, extending Liberty’s lead to 42-0 entering the fourth quarter.
FIU finally broke through with a field goal and a late touchdown, but the Panthers never seriously threatened Liberty’s advantage. Kanye Udoh also contributed a fourth-quarter rushing touchdown for the Flames.
Purdie delivered an efficient performance, completing 16 of 19 passes for 227 yards and one touchdown. Wide receiver Makai Jackson led Liberty’s receiving corps with six receptions for 86 yards.
Defensively, Liberty held FIU to just 210 total yards, continuing its impressive season-long performance. Linebacker Deuce Spurlock led the Flames with seven tackles, while Dillano Glaud contributed five.
Game Stats
| Category | Liberty | FIU |
| Final Score | 49 | 10 |
| Total Yards | 391 | 210 |
| Passing Yards | 246 | — |
| Rushing Yards | 145 | — |
| First-Half Points | 28 | 0 |
| Third-Quarter Points | 14 | 0 |
| Total Touchdowns | 7 | 1 |
Liberty Standouts
Deshawn Purdie: 16-of-19 passing, 227 yards, 1 touchdown
Kam Davis: 2 rushing touchdowns
Ethan Vasko: 2 rushing touchdowns
Makai Jackson: 6 receptions, 86 yards
Deuce Spurlock: 7 tackles
What’s Next?
Liberty travels to New Mexico State on November 7 for another Conference USA matchup.
With seven consecutive victories and an undefeated conference record, the Flames continue building momentum toward a potential CUSA championship appearance
Final: Liberty 49, FIU 10.
