Austin Brawley scores pick-6 in New Mexico's 21-16 win over North Dakota State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 5:46 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Austin Brawley returned an interception 56 yards for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter as New Mexico secured a 21-16 victory over North Dakota State on Saturday night. The Lobos, now 6-1 and 3-0 in the Mountain West Conference, took the lead with a 29-yard run from Kiefer Sibley in the first quarter. North Dakota State struggled offensively, managing only a field goal and a touchdown pass. Despite a late score from the Bison, New Mexico held on for the win, recording its fourth consecutive victory following a prior loss to Oklahoma. New Mexico will face San Jose State next week, while North Dakota State is set to host UTEP.
- •New Mexico improves to 6-1 overall and 3-0 in conference play.
- •Kiefer Sibley rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown.
- •North Dakota State managed only 74 yards of offense before halftime.
- •Brawley's interception return increased New Mexico's lead to 21-9.
- •Next games: New Mexico at San Jose State, North Dakota State hosts UTEP.
- 5:46 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Brawley's pick-6 helps New Mexico beat North Dakota State 21-16
"(AP) — Austin Brawley returned an interception 56 yards for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter and New Mexico held on to beat North Dakota State 21-16 on Saturday night.Brawley's pick-6 gave the first-place Lobos (6-1, 3-0 Mountain West Conference) a 21-9 lead early in the fouth quarter.
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