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Jack Layne's return timeline unclear as UNM prepares for QB competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico head coach Jason Eck announced that quarterback Jack Layne still lacks a clear timeline for returning from an elbow injury. Layne missed spring practice due to surgery for a torn tendon but has been active during fall practices without throwing. As Layne's status is uncertain, a quarterback competition is underway featuring Oregon transfer Luke Moga, James Laubstein, and Toa Fa’avae. UNM plans to announce a starting quarterback within two weeks of the season opener against Central Michigan. Additionally, wide receiver Troy Omeire's return remains in doubt due to a hamstring injury, while freshman D.J. Darling is also sidelined with a hamstring issue.

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•Jack Layne is sidelined with an elbow injury after offseason surgery.
•Quarterback competition includes Luke Moga, James Laubstein, and Toa Fa’avae.
•UNM aims to name a starting quarterback within two weeks.
•Wide receiver Troy Omeire is unlikely to return this week.
•D.J. Darling is dealing with a hamstring injury.

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — No clear timeline for Lobos QB Jack Layne to return

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The “near future” still isn’t very clear. New Mexico head coach Jason Eck said Monday that quarterback Jack Layne still doesn’t have a clear timeline to return from a nagging elbow injury. The Lobos’ fifth-year quarterback missed all of spring practice after undergoing offseason surgery to repair a torn tendon in his elbow. While Layne has been active in each of UNM’s five practices, he has ...
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