New Mexico Lobos vs. Hawai'i Warriors: Bowl Eligibility at Stake in Pacific Showdown
The New Mexico Lobos (5-6, 3-3 MW) face the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors (4-7, 2-4 MW) in a crucial Mountain West showdown at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. Hawai'i leads the all-time series 16-11, though the Lobos have won four of the last five matchups.
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Current Betting Odds:
- Spread: New Mexico -2.5
- Total: 61.5
- Moneyline: New Mexico -130, Hawaii +115
Team Statistics:
New Mexico Lobos:
- Average 33.8 points per game
- Rank 6th nationally with 248.9 rushing yards per game
- 12 passing touchdowns, 33 rushing touchdowns
- Defense allows 483.5 yards and 38.0 points per game
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Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors:
- Average 20.9 points per game
- 248.5 passing yards per game (42nd nationally)
- 97.3 rushing yards per game
- Defense allows 25.6 points and 367.5 yards per game
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Key Factors:
- New Mexico seeks bowl eligibility with a win
- Hawai'i celebrates Senior Night
- Quarterback Brayden Schager's availability uncertain due to injuries
- Devon Dampier leads New Mexico's dynamic offense
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Recent Performance:
- New Mexico coming off a 38-35 victory over Washington State
- Hawai'i suffered a 55-10 loss to Utah State
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Prediction: New Mexico 38, Hawai'i 28 - The Lobos' balanced attack and momentum should overcome Hawai'i's home-field advantage.
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