
UNM Rally Falls Short in Comeback Bid
RENO, NV – FOOTBALL
New Mexico (3-5) VS Nevada (2-6)
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 0 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 24 |
| Nevada | 3 | 21 | 3 | 7 | 34 |
| Total Offense | New Mexico | Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Yards | 400 | 311 |
| Plays | 63 | 67 |
| Avg. Per Play | 6.35 | 4.64 |
| TDs | 3 | 2 |
New Mexico’s defense held strong. The team’s offense struggled with three first-half interceptions. These interceptions resulted in 18 points for the opposing team. Despite scoring 24 points in the second half, New Mexico ultimately lost 34-24 after trailing 24-0 at halftime. The Lobos had an opportunity in the final minute. However, a failed 2-point conversion and an unsuccessful onside kick sealed their defeat.
Nevada leads the all time series with New Mexico at 6-3-1. Nevada has three straight victories against New Mexico with four straight in Reno.
GAME NOTES
Dereck Moore had a career high 10 tackles.
Game time temperature was 37 degrees, and UNM has lost 12 straight games when the temperature was below 40 degrees.
Dylan Hopkins threw three interceptions in the first half.
Dylan Hopkins and Devon Dampier combined for 317 yards.

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