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Jack Layne eyes improvement with UNM amid quarterback competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 3:04 AM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

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Summary

Jack Layne, New Mexico's fifth-year senior quarterback, expressed optimism about the upcoming season at Mountain West Media Days on July 22, 2026. After offseason surgery for a torn elbow tendon, Layne reports that he is 'feeling good' as he enters a quarterback competition with three other players: James Laubstein, Luke Moga, and Toa Fa’avae. Layne, who started every game last season, aims to improve on his performance, particularly regarding ball security after throwing 10 interceptions. The Lobos' head coach Jason Eck confirmed Layne is currently the frontrunner but stressed that the starting position remains open for competition during fall camp.

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•Layne had surgery for a torn tendon; he is recovering well.
•UNM has a four-player quarterback competition in fall camp.
•Layne started all last season but struggled with interceptions.
•Eck plans to manage Layne’s practice workload cautiously.
•Laubstein returns for a sixth year after gaining eligibility.

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3:04 AMYahoo Sports — After offseason surgery, UNM’s Jack Layne ‘feeling good’ with another quarterback competition looming

What they're saying

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LAS VEGAS — Hurt or not, Jack Layne isn’t making excuses after last season. “Last year, I think we were good as an offense, but we can be better, and I think we will be better this year,” New Mexico’s fifth-year senior said last Wednesday at Mountain West Media Days. “And, you know, everyone’s dealing with injuries – it’s not just me. Everyone’s got something.” By all indications, Layne ...
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