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New Mexico prepares to face San Jose State following big win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 3:05 AM

Last updated Oct 31, 2026

New Mexico prepares to face San Jose State following big win

Summary

New Mexico, after a significant victory over North Dakota State, aims to avoid a letdown against San Jose State on Saturday. Head coach Jason Eck emphasizes the need to be the exception to a trend of teams flopping post-big wins. The Lobos boast the best defensive points allowed in the FBS, while maintaining a high havoc rate. Nevertheless, special teams are a concern for New Mexico, as issues were noted in their previous match. The Lobos will also need to improve their rushing performance against a Spartans defense that has shown vulnerabilities this season.

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By the Numbers

•UNM's defense allows 11.3 points per game, best in FBS.
•Lobos aim for first win in San Jose since 1969.
•Special teams struggled in last game, prompting coaching adjustments.
•UNM averaged 210.57 rushing yards per game this season.
•San Jose State defeated the Lobos 35-28 last season.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Three things to watch for as New Mexico looks to avoid a letdown against San Jose State

What they're saying

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After New Mexico’s biggest win of the season, Jason Eck doesn’t want a letdown. He hasn’t had to look too far for material, either. “It’s easy just to point out in college football this year,” New Mexico’s second-year head coach said Monday, “how many teams have had really good wins, and then flop the next week.” Indeed. After all, BYU won a huge game against Notre Dame, then lost to unranked ...
— Yahoo Sports

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