New Mexico State Aggies 2026 Preview
New Mexico State went 4-8 (2-6 in the Conference USA). Here is what changed on the roster, the full 2026 schedule, and where they rank going into the season.
What changed for New Mexico State in 2026
- Starting QB from last season is gone. There is a battle for starting QB between backup QB Adam Damante (711 yards, 5 TDs, 4 INTs) and Furman transfer QB Trey Hedden (2,967 yards, 17 TDs, 13 INTs)
- Starting RB from last season is gone, so backup RB Dijon Stanley is expected to start (308 yards, 2 TDs)
- Top player in terms of receiving yards from last season is gone, with the top returner being TK King (588 yards, 3 TDs)
- Returning one starting offensive lineman with three transfers expected to start
- Returning six starters on a defense that allowed 29.8 ppg (91st in CFB), with their top returner being LB Tory Gethers (87 tackles). Three transfers are expected to start
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New Mexico State Aggies 2026 schedule
| Game | Opponent | Site |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florida State | Away |
| 2 | Mercyhurst | Home |
| 3 | Hawaii | Away |
| 4 | New Mexico | Home |
| 5 | Western Kentucky | Home |
| 6 | Florida International | Away |
| 7 | Sam Houston | Away |
| 8 | Jacksonville State | Home |
| 9 | Liberty | Home |
| 10 | Missouri State | Away |
| 11 | Delaware | Home |
| 12 | Middle Tennessee | Away |
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New Mexico State Aggies betting FAQ
New Mexico State Aggies play 12 games in 2026, 6 at home. They open against Florida State. The full schedule is listed on this page.
New Mexico State is outside Kyle Kommes's preseason Top 25 for 2026.
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