The Texas A&M football team returns from its second bye this weekend for a non-conference game at Kyle Field against New Mexico State

The No. 15 Aggies (7-2) and Lobos (2-7) enter with opposing records, but the game will likely be won in the trenches between the respective rushing attacks.

Through nine games, the Texas A&M defense has allowed 1,122 yards on 282 attempts, which equates to 4.0 yards per carry. The Aggies’ opponents have averaged 124.7 yards per game on the ground and totaled nine touchdowns thus far.

The state of New Mexico has exceeded all of these averages. The Lobos have amassed 1,680 yards on 366 attempts, for an average of 4.6 yards per carry. New Mexico State has racked up 14 TD on the ground.

The Lobos’ offense relies heavily on the run. New Mexico State only has 1,049 yards and 7 TD passing. Therefore, if Texas A&M stops the rush early, the Lobos will be forced to throw, creating more opportunities for strip sacks and interceptions.

The Aggies and New Mexico State kick off Saturday night at 6:45 PM on SEC Network.

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