New Mexico dominates Central Michigan in season opening victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026
College SportsNew Mexico opened its season with a 38-7 win over Central Michigan on Saturday. The Lobos defense limited the Chippewas to 149 total yards, with nearly half of those yards coming on a single scoring drive against backup players in the fourth quarter. New Mexico held its opponent to two third-down conversions on 11 attempts while forcing two turnovers, including an interception by Xavier Slayton and a fumble recovery by Jalen McIver. Coach Jason Eck utilized a multi-quarterback approach during the contest as the team continues to manage the absence of Jack Layne. Following the performance, safety Austin Brawley cited the team's increased defensive depth as a significant improvement over previous seasons. The Lobos look to carry this defensive momentum forward after successfully stifling Central Michigan's dual-threat quarterbacks.
- •New Mexico defeated Central Michigan 38-7 on Saturday.
- •The Lobos defense held the Chippewas to 149 total yards.
- •Xavier Slayton recorded an interception while Jalen McIver recovered a fumble.
- •Central Michigan quarterbacks Angel Flores and Jadyn Glasser combined for only three rushing yards.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — New Mexico authors ‘dominating’ defensive performance against Central Michigan
"Over the last five seasons, Austin Brawley has played 1,415 career snaps. And for the majority of that count, New Mexico’s veteran safety has been a productive — if not key — member of five strong defenses. The 36 snaps he played Saturday night made him feel this one might be different. “This … probably is the greatest defense I’ve played on in my career,” Brawley said. UNM’s defense looked ...
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