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New Mexico State Aggies quarterback Blaze Berlowitz (9) throws a pass while being rushed by Liberty Flames linebacker Joseph Carter (25) durning the third quarter at Williams Stadium.
As the 2023 college football bowl season starts, it seems as though every team is dealing with bad news. That’s no different for the competitors in the New Mexico Bowl, the New Mexico State Aggies and the Fresno State Bulldogs.
Bulldogs head coach Jeff Tedford was forced to leave the team due to health issues. In his stead, Tim Skipper will lead the team. On the bright side, quarterback Mikey Keene who missed a few games down the stretch due to injury should be cleared to return for the Bulldogs. Fresno State’s offense really started to struggle with backup Logan Fife under center. Keene’s return could breathe new life into the Bulldogs’ once-potent offense.
For New Mexico State, there’s also good news and bad news. The good news is that quarterback Diego Pavia is expected to be ready for the New Mexico Bowl after recovering from a shoulder injury. The bad news is that eight players are entering the transfer portal, including standout receiver Trent Hudson, who finished the season with ten touchdowns. Without Hudson, the Aggies are already at a disadvantage. If Pavia cannot go either, New Mexico State will have a mountain to climb if they want the victory.
Here is what experts across the internet are predicting for this game.
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Predictions:
Sportsbook Wire: New Mexico State (-3.5)
To put it simply, the Aggies are 8-4 ATS this year. The Bulldogs are 4-7. When push comes to shove, the Aggies overperform, the Bulldogs underperform. Perhaps the return of Keene could push the Bulldogs over the Aggies, but that is still not guaranteed.
CBS Sports: New Mexico…
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Publish date : 2023-12-16 10:15:13
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