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New Mexico prepares for showdown with No. 24 Oklahoma in practice updates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:05 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

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Summary

New Mexico's football team is preparing for their game against No. 24 Oklahoma on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Quarterbacks Luke Moga and Toa Fa’avae both exhibited strengths and weaknesses in recent practices, with Moga having the most pass attempts this season. Moga noted his mechanics have shifted from being a dual-threat quarterback at Oregon to focusing more on passing. Head coach Jason Eck expressed optimism about the offensive line's readiness against Oklahoma’s formidable defense. Additionally, UNM aims to improve its special teams after struggling with penalties in previous games.

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•New Mexico plays No. 24 Oklahoma on Saturday at 5:30 p.m.
•Luke Moga has 26 pass attempts this season, leading UNM quarterbacks.
•Toa Fa’avae aims to improve accuracy after struggles with overthrows.
•Head coach Jason Eck is hopeful about the return of right guard Jaymar Tasi.
•UNM is working to reduce special teams penalties ahead of the matchup.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Practice report: Notes, quotes as Lobos prepare for No. 24 Oklahoma

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Practice notes and quotes ahead of New Mexico’s game against No. 24 Oklahoma (Saturday, 5:30 p.m.): In the pocket With 26 attempted passes this season, no UNM quarterback has thrown the ball more than Luke Moga. And with a sack-adjusted zero rushing yards on four carries, no UNM quarterback has run the ball less than the former Oregon transfer. That twist hasn’t been lost on Moga, who was ...
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