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Miners vs Aggies Final: 30-3 - Recap
New Mexico State was unable to slow down Jacob Cowing, who produced 158 receiving yards as the Miners defeated the Aggies 30-3 on Saturday.
UTEP won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -9.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 59.5.
Ronald Awatt rushed for 74 yards, while Quardraiz Wadley added 51 yards in the win. Jacob Cowing and Justin Garrett added 158 and 74 receiving yards respectively.
Juwaun Price rushed for 37 yards for New Mexico State, while O'Maury Samuels added 28 yards. Jonah Johnson threw for 82 yards for the Aggies, while receivers Dominic Gicinto and Isaiah Garcia-Castaneda had 31 and 20 yards respectively.
New Mexico State lost the offensive yardage battle to UTEP 452-190 yards in Saturday's game. New Mexico State had more first downs as that total ended up 20-19.
New Mexico State lost the time of possession battle 32:29-27:31, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
UTEP looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Bethune-Cookman. New Mexico State will aim to get back on the winning track at San Diego State.