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ANN ARBOR, MI – UNM FOOTBALL

Week 2 brought the Lobos back to Albuquerque — and back into the win column. In front of 17,639 fans, their largest opening-night crowd since 2018, New Mexico rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat Idaho State 32–22.

Star of the Night: Scottre Humphrey

Running back Scottre Humphrey was electric, rushing for 141 yards and two touchdowns, including a momentum-shifting 61-yard burst. His ability to break tackles and extend drives kept the Bengals’ defense on its heels.

Defensive Anchor

Linebacker Jaxton Eck led a gritty defensive effort, piling up 15 tackles, forcing a fumble, and bringing pressure that disrupted Idaho State’s rhythm.

A Late Surge

The Lobos trailed in the fourth quarter but stormed back with 15 unanswered points in the final 10 minutes, showing resilience and poise under pressure.

Key Fact

The win marked Jason Eck’s first home victory as UNM head coach, a significant milestone for a program working to rebuild momentum and confidence.

Takeaway

The comeback performance provided a spark for the season, proving the Lobos can respond when their backs are against the wall. With Humphrey emerging as a feature back and the defense tightening in big moments, UNM is building an identity based on toughness and resilience.