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Lobos rally to defeat Hawaii 21-10 in Mountain West matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:31 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

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Summary

The University of New Mexico football team rallied from a shaky performance to secure a 21-10 victory against Hawaii late Saturday night. After struggling in the first half and trailing 10-0, the Lobos scored two unanswered touchdowns in the second half to take control of the game. Key plays included a trick play that set up a touchdown and a game-winning drive capped by a 21-yard run from quarterback Toa Fa’avae. The Lobos' defense was instrumental, limiting Hawaii to 298 total yards. The win places New Mexico at 5-1 overall and 2-0 in the Mountain West Conference, leading into a significant matchup against North Dakota State next weekend.

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By the Numbers

•Lobos scored 21 points in the second half after being shut out in the first.
•UNM struggled with 16 penalties, three turnovers, and only 84 yards passing.
•Quarterback Toa Fa’avae completed a trick play touchdown pass to ignite the Lobos' offense.
•Running back Scottre Humphrey scored a late touchdown after a personal loss.
•Hawaii failed to convert on four red zone trips during the game.

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11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lobos overcome shaky performance in 21-10 win at Hawaii

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The Lobos’ trip to paradise was anything but fun. Until it was. Scoring a pair of unanswered touchdowns in the second half, the University of New Mexico football team salvaged a nail-biting 21-10 win over Hawaii as Saturday turned into Sunday to take sole possession of first place in the Mountain West Conference ahead of next weekend’s much-anticipated visit from North Dakota State. If nothing ...
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