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TK King looks to elevate game for New Mexico State football season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:15 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

TK King looks to elevate game for New Mexico State football season

Summary

TK King, redshirt senior wide receiver for New Mexico State, prepares for his second season with the Aggies, starting on August 29. King missed the early part of last season but quickly became a top performer, accumulating 41 receptions, 588 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. This season, he is expected to take on a larger role after switching to jersey number one. NM State head coach Tony Sanchez emphasizes the need to maximize King's explosive playmaking ability as they look ahead to their season opener against Florida State. King expressed pride in remaining with the Aggies after transferring from Texas Tech and Wyoming.

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Key Details

•King had 41 catches for 588 yards and 3 touchdowns last season.
•He switches his jersey from No. 12 to No. 1 for this season.
•New Mexico State opens the season against Florida State on August 29.
•Coach Tony Sanchez identifies King as a key offensive player.
•King expressed commitment to New Mexico State after previous transfers.

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3:15 AMYahoo Sports — TK King ready to take his game to another level for New Mexico State football

What they're saying

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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KTSM) — New Mexico State redshirt senior wide receiver TK King is back in Las Cruces and preparing for his second season with the Aggies. King emerged as one of NMSU’s top playmakers last season despite missing the first four games of the year. Once he got on the field, he […]
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