The UNLV football team forced New Mexico into a third down on the opening drive of the second half Saturday at Allegiant Stadium.

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At 6-2, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers face the New Mexico State Aggies as solid favorites hoping to avoid an upset at home today.

Preview the Oct. 25 matchup between New Mexico and Utah State, including betting odds, trends, and game information.

The all-time series is tied 1-1, with Sam Houston earning a 31-11 win last year. The Bearkats are 1.5-point favorites in the latest New Mexico State odds vs. Sam Houston from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 52.

With the sport set to make its Olympic debut in LA in 2028, the quarterback and captain of the Mexican women’s national team is already changing the game.

Despite recent struggles on the field, Mexico's national team leadership remains confident in coach Javier Aguirre ahead of the 2026 World Cup.