New Mexico State vs. New Mexico Short Report | Sep 16, 2023
University Stadium
Albuquerque, NM
Sep 16, 2023
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Game Recap
The New Mexico State Aggies secured a victory over the New Mexico Lobos with a final score of 27-17. The game saw significant contributions from both teams' offenses and defenses, with moments of brilliance and costly mistakes. New Mexico started strong, but New Mexico State's persistent offensive drives and key defensive stops cemented their win.
The second quarter was particularly eventful with both teams exchanging touchdowns, but it was the Aggies who took control in the fourth quarter. Diego Pavia's connection with Jonathan Brady for a 75-yard touchdown was a pivotal moment that expanded their lead. Despite a valiant effort from the Lobos, including a late touchdown pass from Dylan Hopkins, it wasn't enough to clinch the win.
Key Plays:
Luke Drzewiecki (New Mexico)
Star Thomas (New Mexico State)
Jacory Croskey-Merritt (New Mexico)
Ethan Albertson (New Mexico State)
Diego Pavia (New Mexico State)
Ethan Albertson (New Mexico State)
Dylan Hopkins (New Mexico)
Diego Pavia (New Mexico State)
Standout Players:
Diego Pavia (New Mexico State, QB)
Threw for 203 yards and 2 touchdowns, also rushed for 96 yards, making crucial plays throughout the gameJonathan Brady (New Mexico State, WR)
Caught 3 passes for 109 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a game-changing 75-yard touchdown receptionEthan Albertson (New Mexico State, K)
Converted crucial field goals from 26 and 47 yards, maintained perfect extra point attemptsDylan Hopkins (New Mexico, QB)
Threw for 247 yards and 1 touchdown, tried to lead New Mexico's comeback in the fourth quarterJacory Croskey-Merritt (New Mexico, RB)
Rushed for 83 yards and 1 touchdown, also contributed 31 receiving yardsGabriel Iniguez (New Mexico State, DT)
Recorded 1 sack and significant tackles for loss, instrumental in putting pressure on New Mexico's offense
Team
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New Mexico State Aggies
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17
3
7
27
New Mexico Lobos
3
7
0
7
17
