As the college football season enters Week 6, excitement builds for the matchup between New Mexico and San Jose State, set to kick off Friday night as both teams begin their Mountain West campaigns.
The Lobos come into the game riding a three-game winning streak following their sole loss to Michigan. Notably, New Mexico managed to secure a significant victory over UCLA in one of their outings, and they have consistently demonstrated offensive prowess, scoring no fewer than 32 points in each of their three wins. Quarterback Jack Layne has stepped up, accumulating 818 yards and seven touchdowns, with tight end Dorian Thomas emerging as a standout target, making 24 receptions for 247 yards and three touchdowns.
Conversely, the Spartans face a challenging season, currently holding a 1-3 record. However, two of those losses have been against formidable Power Four opponents, including a 31-point setback to Texas and a narrow 20-19 defeat to Stanford, where a late touchdown sealed their fate. With their only victory coming against an FCS opponent, they are yet to triumph over an FBS team this season.
As fans gear up for this Mountain West showdown, the betting landscape showcases San Jose State as a slight favorite. According to BetMGM, the odds reflect a close contest, with the spread set at San Jose State -2.5 and New Mexico +2.5. The money line favors San Jose State at -135, while New Mexico sits at +110. The over-under for the game is set at 58.5.
Despite the odds, New Mexico appears poised to capitalize on their momentum. Under head coach Jason Eck, the Lobos have shown they can secure upsets, and with a smoother offensive rhythm compared to the Spartans, they could very well clinch a fourth consecutive win. The prediction suggests a close contest with New Mexico edging out San Jose State, winning 27-21.
Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET, with the game available to viewers on FS1 and streaming via the Fox Sports App. As the season progresses, fans eagerly anticipate how these early contests will shape the standings and narratives within the Mountain West Conference.