- Matchup: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. New Mexico State Aggies
- Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- Venue: Aggie Memorial Stadium, Las Cruces, NM
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Aggies (+3.0)
- Over/Under Total: 49.5
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The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (5-2) are set to clash with the New Mexico State Aggies (3-4) on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Aggie Memorial Stadium. Jacksonville State enters as 3-point favorites according to the latest betting lines, while the over/under is positioned at 49.5.
Currently, Jacksonville State boasts a 5-2 record this season. In their last outing, they triumphed over the FIU Panthers with a score of 27-24. The Gamecocks executed 32 rushing attempts, amassing 173 yards, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. Overall, they ran 54 plays for a total of 387 yards. Defensively, they conceded 25 completions out of 41 attempts for 280 yards, yielding a completion rate of 61.0%. On the ground, they allowed 124 yards on 32 carries, averaging 3.9 yards per run.
In terms of scoring, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are averaging 27.3 points per game (PPG). They rank 81st in Division 1 with an average of 150.1 rushing yards per game. This season, they have accumulated a total of 2,734 yards. In the red zone, they have recorded 12 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns. Jacksonville State has achieved 150 first downs offensively while facing 48 penalties for a total of 428 yards, and they have turned the ball over 10 times.
Defensively, the Gamecocks have conceded 1,327 passing yards, positioning them 29th in Division 1. On average, they allow 189.6 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 65.5%. Overall, they are yielding 346.0 yards per game, placing them 58th in Division 1. They have allowed 8 touchdowns through the air and another 8 on the ground. Opponents are averaging 4.2 yards per rush and 156.4 rushing yards per game, summing to 1,095 rushing yards allowed across 7 games. Jacksonville State ranks 56th in the nation for opponent scoring, averaging 22.7 points allowed per game.
Meanwhile, the New Mexico State Aggies carry a record of 3-4 this season. In their previous game, they secured a victory against the Sam Houston Bearkats, finishing 30-24. The Aggies recorded 363 total yards on 71 plays (5.1 yards per play). Their ground game was potent, averaging 4.8 yards per carry with 203 yards on 42 attempts. Defensively, they stifled the opposition to just 11 yards on 20 rushing attempts (0.6 yards per carry) and limited passing completions to a 54.5% rate, giving up 235 yards on 18 of 33 attempts.
The New Mexico State Aggies average 371.9 yards per game, ranking them 83rd nationally. The Aggies’ offensive penalties have amassed 355 yards from 46 infractions, positioning them at 75th in college football. They average 151.4 rushing yards per game, accumulating a total of 1,060 rushing yards. They have thrown 9 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, while registering 133 first downs. Scoring-wise, they rank 95th in the nation, averaging 24.6 points per game. Thus far, the Aggies have thrown for 1,543 yards with an average of 220.4 yards passing per game, placing them 80th in Division 1.
New Mexico State’s defense has yielded 764 rushing yards (109.1 per game) this season, allowing 14 rushing touchdowns. They have also permitted 5 passing touchdowns, collectively relinquishing 224.1 yards passing per game, ranking them 92nd in the nation. In total, they have allowed 178 points this season while recovering 2 fumbles and intercepting 6 passes. The Aggies’ defense has been involved in 454 plays, ranking 44th in D-1. Currently, they are allowing an average of 25.4 points per game, putting them 84th in college football.
Which team will emerge victorious in this Gamecocks/Aggies college football match-up against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Aggies +3.0
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