Jason Eck confronts New Mexico DE after game-sealing pick-6 vs NDSU
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

New Mexico football coach Jason Eck expressed frustration at defensive end Brett Karhu following a pivotal interception return for a touchdown by Austin Brawley in Saturday's contest against North Dakota State. The Lobos secured a 21-16 victory in Albuquerque, improving their record to 6-1 and becoming bowl eligible for the second consecutive season. Karhu confronted NDSU quarterback Nathan Hayes during the play, prompting Eck to intervene. Despite the heated moment, Karhu later showed support for his coach on social media. With this win, New Mexico aims for their first Mountain West championship and a potential spot in the College Football Playoff this season.
- •New Mexico wins 21-16 against North Dakota State on October 24.
- •Brett Karhu confronts NDSU's quarterback during a key play.
- •Jason Eck's outburst follows a game-sealing pick-6 by Austin Brawley.
- •The Lobos achieve bowl eligibility for the second straight season.
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Why Jason Eck lit into New Mexico DE after game-sealing pick-6 vs NDSU
"New Mexico football coach Jason Eck lit into defensive end Brett Karhu for getting in the face of the NDSU quarterback after a game-sealing pick-6
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