The Texas A&M football team returns from its second bye this weekend for a non-conference matchup at Kyle Field versus New Mexico State
The No. 15 Aggies (7-2) and Lobos (2-7) enter with opposite records but the game will likely be won in the trenches between the respective rushing attacks.
Through nine contests, the Texas A&M defense has allowed 1,122 yards rushing on 282 attempts, which averages out to 4.0 yards per carry. The Aggies’ opponents have averaged 124.7 yards per game on the ground and totaled 9 touchdowns thus far.
New Mexico State has surpassed all over those averages. The Lobos have racked up 1,680 yards rushing on 366 attempts for an average of 4.6 yards per carry. New Mexico State has tallied 14 TD on the ground.
The Lobos’ offense relies on the run heavily. New Mexico State has only 1,049 yards and 7 TD passing. Therefore, if Texas A&M shuts down the rush early, the Lobos will be forced to throw, creating more opportunities for strip sacks and interceptions.
The Aggies and New Mexico State kick off Saturday night at 6:45 p.m. on SEC Network.
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