UAB Blazers
2024 Season Results

UAB Blazers — 2024 Season Review

The 2024 season saw the UAB Blazers finish 3-9 overall as a member of the AAC. The offense produced 314 total points (26.2 per game) while the defense surrendered 411 points (34.2 per game) over the course of 12 contests.

Among the standout results were a 41-3 victory at home against Alcorn State Braves, a 59-21 victory at home against Tulsa Golden Hurricane, and a 40-14 victory at home against Rice Owls. These performances illustrated the depth and determination that characterized the UAB Blazers throughout the 2024 campaign.

The setbacks included a narrow 27-29 defeat to Charlotte 49ers and a 23-31 loss to UConn Huskies. Despite the losses, the coaching staff used each result as a teaching moment to develop the roster for the remainder of the schedule.

The UAB Blazers went 2-6 in AAC competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the AAC presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Birmingham, AL.

At home, the UAB Blazers went 3-3, while posting a 0-6 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2024 roster from start to finish.

The offense found its stride as the season progressed, scoring 192 points in the second half of the schedule compared to 122 in the first half. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 34.2 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

The 2024 season ultimately represented a rebuilding chapter in UAB Blazers football history. With a final record of 3-9, the program gained valuable experience and established a foundation to build upon in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 12 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.