Lobos Race Past Central Michigan 38-7 in Opener
Summary
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New Mexico held Central Michigan to 33 first-half yards, two first downs, and 30 passing yards for the game in a 38-7 opener.
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New Mexico started Toa Fa'avae at quarterback, making him the program's first freshman starter since 2023 and effectively its first redshirt freshman starter since 2011.
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New Mexico played three quarterbacks, with Fa'avae leading one touchdown drive, Luke Moga throwing his first career touchdown pass, and James Laubstein scoring twice on short runs.
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New Mexico's opening-lineup changes included Tripp Walsh starting as a second tight end in place of wide receiver Troy Omeire.
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Grant Glasgow made field goals from 47, 48, and 49 yards, giving New Mexico reliable long-range kicking production in the opener.
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