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New Mexico hosts first fall scrimmage with quarterbacks and young receivers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:05 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico's football team is conducting its first scrimmage of fall camp at University Stadium on August 15. The event will mark the first opportunity for players to tackle since camp began last week. Key focuses include the performance of live quarterbacks Luke Moga and Toa Fa’avae, and the testing of young receivers like Massiah Mingo and DJ Darling. Additionally, linebacker Clay Martineau will aim to showcase his progression in a full-contact setting.

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•Scrimmage starts at 10 a.m. local time at University Stadium.
•Moga and Fa’avae will compete as live quarterbacks during the scrimmage.
•Freshman receivers Mingo and Darling are expected to have significant roles.
•Linebacker Clay Martineau has shown impressive improvement in camp.
•This is the first chance players will tackle in a game-like environment.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Live QBs, young receivers and defensive reserves: 3 things to watch for in UNM's 1st fall scrimmage

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New Mexico is hosting its first scrimmage of fall camp Saturday (10 a.m.) at University Stadium. It will be the first opportunity for players to tackle since camp started last week. Here are three things to watch for ahead of the Lobos’ full-contact practice: 1. Two live quarterbacks and a chance for real separation Head coach Jason Eck teased it Thursday and made it official Friday: ...
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