Liberty has continued to remain in the top 25 of the coaches poll with program record, #21, despite having their game cancelled this past Saturday, Dec. 5, against historical FCS rivalry, Coastal Carolina.

This would have been Liberty’s first time playing Coastal Carolina both as FBS members. Instead, Liberty had to cancel, due to a Covid-19 outbreak within their program. Multiple players and coaches tested positive to Covid-19.

The most known player to test positive was quarterback, Malik Willis. There was a lot of implications of within the program with contact tracing as well. Despite this heartbreaking fashion  Liberty finished their regular season, they ended up having a 9-1 win/loss record.

There is still a chance Liberty can make a bowl game, but due to the NCAA getting rid of the six-game win requirement, there is no certainties for the Flames, but Liberty’s Athletic Director, Ian McCaw is optimistic for their chances.

“We are very hopeful for a bowl opportunity, and certainly very deserving with the 9-1 record and top 25 ranking. I think bowl games will start to be selected as early as next week. I think it will be a staggered basis. I think as of now there are 9 or 10 games that have been canceled thus far, but we remain very hopeful about our opportunities. We’ll pause our team, but expect to bring them back sometime next week and prepare for a bowl game.”