- Matchup: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs New Mexico State Aggies
- Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Venue: Aggie Memorial Stadium, Las Cruces, NM
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Aggies -2.5
- Over/Under Total: 54.5
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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (1-3) are set to travel to Aggie Memorial Stadium on Thursday, October 1, 2026, to take on the New Mexico State Aggies (1-3). Western Kentucky enters this game as 2.5-point underdogs, with the total set at 54.5 points.
As the season unfolds, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have garnered a 1-3 record. In their previous outing, they faced the Mercyhurst Lakers, achieving a dominant victory with a score of 52-7. The Hilltoppers executed 34 rushing attempts, accumulating 183 yards, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. They ran a total of 65 plays, resulting in 596 total yards. Defensively, they allowed 22 completions on 44 passing attempts, totaling 172 yards and a completion rate of 50.0%. Against the run, they conceded 92 yards over 23 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry.
Offensively, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers average 21.5 points per game. They rank 107th nationally in rushing, averaging 130.8 yards per game. Over the course of the season, they have amassed a total of 1,374 yards. Touchdown distribution shows 7 passing and 5 rushing touchdowns. The team has achieved 74 first downs while committing 14 penalties for 114 yards, losing possession 8 times.
On defense, the Hilltoppers have allowed 874 passing yards, ranking 84th in the nation. Opponents average 218.5 passing yards per game against them with a completion percentage of 60.0%. Overall, they permit 439.0 yards per game, placing them 128th nationally. Their defense has allowed 10 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns this season, with opponents rushing for an average of 6.3 yards per carry and a total of 220.5 yards per game. Thus far, they have surrendered 882 rushing yards through 4 games and currently rank 137th in the nation for scoring defense, allowing 41.0 points per game.
The New Mexico State Aggies also enter this encounter with a 1-3 record. In their previous matchup, they experienced a defeat against the New Mexico Lobos, ending with a score of 42-18. The Aggies rushed for an average of 4.4 yards per carry, totaling 137 yards on 31 attempts. They produced a total of 405 yards over 69 plays, averaging 5.9 yards per play. In terms of pass defense, New Mexico State allowed a completion rate of 58.8% with opponents accumulating 177 yards on 10 of 17 passing attempts. They allowed the Lobos 47 rushing attempts for 253 yards (5.4 yards per rush).
The New Mexico State Aggies average 414.5 yards per game, currently sitting 64th nationally. They have incurred 230 penalty yards from 28 infractions, ranking them 56th in Division I. Their rushing game averages 136.0 yards per game, leading to a total of 544 rushing yards. They have turned the ball over 5 times, with opponents recovering 2 fumbles, while recording 83 first downs. In points per game, the Aggies rank 90th nationally, averaging 26.3 points per game. Under aerial attack, they have amassed a total of 1,114 yards this season, averaging 278.5 passing yards, good for 30th in the nation.
On defense, the Aggies have allowed an average of 29.8 points per game, placing them 114th in Division 1. They have surrendered 607 rushing yards (151.8 yards per game) and 11 rushing touchdowns this season. In the passing game, they have allowed 4 touchdowns and an average of 224.8 yards per game, ranking 92nd in college football. Their defense has participated in 260 plays, situating them 76th nationally. They have recovered 1 fumble and have 3 interceptions this season, yielding a total of 119 points against them.
Which team will triumph in this Hilltoppers vs. Aggies college football matchup?
Prediction: Bet on the Hilltoppers +2.5
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