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Trey Hedden is named New Mexico State’s starting quarterback for Week 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:18 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Trey Hedden is named New Mexico State’s starting quarterback for Week 1

Summary

New Mexico State’s head coach Tony Sanchez has named Trey Hedden the starting quarterback ahead of the 2026 season opener against Florida State on August 29. The announcement followed the team's first fall camp practice on July 29. Hedden, who transferred from Furman, previously outperformed backup Adam Damante during spring practices. He has 20 games of Division I experience and aims to improve on past turnover issues under the guidance of offensive coordinator David Yost.

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Key Details

•Trey Hedden named starting QB after impressing in fall camp.
•Hedden transfers from Furman with previous starting experience.
•Season opener against Florida State scheduled for August 29.
•Coach Sanchez confident in Hedden's ability to lead the offense.
•Hedden focused on reducing turnovers with new coaching guidance.

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7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Trey Hedden named New Mexico State's Week 1 starting quarterback

What they're saying

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Tony Sanchez first said Trey Hedden had "the nod" as the starting QB going into camp. Now, Sanchez has gone a step further by naming him the starter.
— Yahoo Sports

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