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NMSU Wins Battle of I-10 on Last-Minute TD
23 Nov
Summary
- New Mexico State secured the Silver Spade Trophy with a last-second touchdown.
- The Aggies quarterback threw for 253 yards and three touchdowns in his debut.
- UTEP scored 21 points in the first quarter, but it wasn't enough.
New Mexico State captured the coveted Silver Spade Trophy in the 102nd Battle of I-10, triumphing 34-31 over UTEP in a thrilling regular-season finale. The decisive touchdown came with a mere 21 seconds left on the clock, capping a late offensive push that saw the Aggies rally for the victory.
Quarterback Adam Damonte, making his first start for New Mexico State, delivered a standout performance, completing 29 passes for 253 yards and three touchdowns. His efforts, along with Dijon Stanley's 106 rushing yards, were instrumental in overcoming an early deficit. UTEP had initially taken a commanding 21-point lead in the first quarter.
The game remained a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging blows throughout. After trading field goals, New Mexico State's late heroics sealed their win, while UTEP quarterback Kenny Odom set a single-season QB rushing touchdown record. The Aggies' victory ensures they retain the Silver Spade Trophy.
