105 New Mexico Lobos +5
2-Units (7:00 P.M. CST)
New Mexico's defense has really stepped up their level of play over their last 3 games, allowing a total of 28 points scored, while giving up a total of 269 yards a game. On offense they rely heavily on a rushing attack that has averaged 223 yards a game this season, and 293 yards a game over their last 3 games. And yes, I know that New Mexico faced two to the worst teams in the Mountain West Conference in Wyoming and San Diego St. But they also held a very good BYU team to just 21 points scored a couple of weeks ago. Air Force comes in also relying heavily on the running game, averaging 300 yards a game on the season, and 324 over their last 3 games. They are a solid team defensively allowing 304 total yards a game which ranks 28th nationally. Both teams are so successful rushing the ball, that they very rarely have to pass. This accounts for the less than average numbers in the passing game for both teams. This is an indication that the team that is able to stop the run will have the best chance at winning this game. The New Mexico Lobos have the 22nd ranked rushing defense in the nation, and although they will have their hands full, should be able to slow down the Air Force rushing attack. Lets side with the better defensive team in this Thursday night match up.
Take the New Mexico Lobos +5 for 2-Units.
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