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What the news says about this game

UNM is heavily favored in this matchup as a 3-1 team hosting 1-3 UTEP. While UNM lost starting QB Jack Layne to a season-ending elbow surgery before the year began, backup Toa Fa'avae has stepped in effectively, leading the Lobos to competitive performances including a 14-6 loss to ranked Oklahoma on Sept. 21 and a 42-18 win over rival New Mexico State on Sept. 26. UTEP has lost four of five games, including 52-17 to ranked Michigan and 33-7 to Oregon State most recently. The momentum and record clearly favor UNM.

read 2026-10-02 01:17 UTC ·

What it means for the players

TeamPlayerDirectionNote
UNMToa Fa'avaemoreBackup QB who stepped in after Jack Layne's injury; threw for 174 yards and added 57 rushing yards vs. New Mexico State on Sept. 26.
UNMScottre HumphreymoreRunning back rushed for 98 yards and 2 TDs in the 42-18 win over New Mexico State, establishing key role in UNM's ground game.

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