New Mexico State coach Jerry Kill criticized the administration of rival New Mexico, accusing them of not allowing the Aggies to practice in their facilities before the New Mexico Bowl. Kill's frustration stemmed from an incident in September where an NMSU player was caught urinating on New Mexico's indoor practice field. Despite the loss in the bowl game, Kill demanded disciplinary action against New Mexico's athletic director, claiming he had not been treated with respect. The New Mexico Bowl issued a statement stating that both teams were given equal access to training and practice facilities.
New Mexico State coach Jerry Kill expressed his frustration with New Mexico AD Eddie Nunez after his team's loss in the New Mexico Bowl. Kill criticized Nunez for not allowing his team to use the indoor facilities during practice, despite snowy conditions. He also referenced a previous incident involving his quarterback urinating on the New Mexico logo, suggesting that Nunez should face similar discipline.
New Mexico State coach Jerry Kill accused New Mexico athletic director Eddie Nunez of trying to deny his team access to practice facilities in retaliation for an incident earlier this year. Kill claimed that New Mexico State would have had to practice at a local high school field if not for the intervention of the New Mexico Bowl executive director. The New Mexico Bowl stated that it ensures equal access to training and practice facilities for both teams. Kill, who led New Mexico State to bowl games in his first two seasons, called for disciplinary action against Nunez.
NMSU head coach Jerry Kill speaks out about the incident where NMSU quarterback Diego Pavia urinated on the UNM Lobos' midfield logo, expressing frustration over the lack of disciplinary action taken against UNM athletic director Eddie Nunez. Kill also criticizes Nunez for attempting to prohibit NMSU from practicing in UNM's indoor facility. The New Mexico Bowl officials release a statement affirming equal access to training and practice facilities for both teams.
The expanded 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) would have been perfect for this season, as there are more contenders than ever before. Florida State's undefeated season took a hit with quarterback Jordan Travis's injury, adding complexity to the playoff picture. Syracuse fired coach Dino Babers, highlighting the challenges faced by low-end Power 5 teams. New Mexico State's Jerry Kill, a resilient coach who has battled health issues, led his team to a stunning upset over Auburn.
Former Gophers football coach Jerry Kill led New Mexico State to a surprising 31-10 upset victory over Auburn, marking the program's first win against a Southeastern Conference team. Kill, who took over the struggling Aggies last season, has turned the program around and reached bowl eligibility. The win over Auburn, in which Kill called for a successful fake punt, is considered one of the greatest wins of his career.
The New Mexico State Aggies football team achieved a historic victory by defeating the Auburn Tigers 31-10, marking their first win against a SEC opponent. Head coach Jerry Kill praised the team's relentless effort and credited their dominant performance to meticulous preparation and hard work. Kill considered it one of the biggest wins in the program's history and highlighted the importance of maintaining momentum. The Aggies' defense played a crucial role in pressuring the quarterback and disrupting Auburn's offense. Kill also mentioned the team's celebration, jokingly referencing the $1.7 million they received for playing the SEC team.
New Mexico State's football team, led by quarterback Diego Pavia, pulled off a stunning upset against Auburn, winning 31-10. This victory marks NMSU's first seven-game winning streak since 1960 and their most wins in a season since that same year. Pavia threw for 201 yards and three touchdowns, while the Aggies' defense held Auburn to under 100 rushing yards. The win over Auburn is a significant milestone for NMSU, as they had never beaten an SEC team in 27 attempts.
