Jason Eck leads New Mexico Lobos while facing coaching rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Jason Eck's coaching journey has taken a significant turn as he prepares for his second season with the New Mexico Lobos. After guiding the team to a 9-4 record last year, Eck is now drawing attention from various college football programs, particularly in Wisconsin, his home state. With a newly signed five-year contract worth $1.75 million, he remains focused on the upcoming season while acknowledging the distractions that success can bring, such as interest from other teams. Eck's dedication to his team is evident as he aims to build on last year's achievements and keep player focus on performance rather than speculation about his future.
- •Eck led New Mexico to a 9-4 record last season.
- •He signed a five-year contract worth $1.75 million.
- •Eck discusses distractions caused by coaching rumors.
- •Wisconsin coaching situation may influence his future.
- •Preparing for his second season with heightened expectations.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — From coaching vagabond to rising star, Jason Eck's journey is far from over. Now everyone wants to know what's next
"Eck has been through the wringer as a coach, bouncing around the backwaters of college football just hoping to catch a break. Now he's shining, and may even be on his way to a dream job.
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