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Wolf Pack vs Lobos Final: 34-24 - Recap
Nevada earned a 34-24 victory over New Mexico on Saturday in Week 9 action at Clarence Mackay Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Wolf Pack were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 50.0.
Jamaal Bell rushed for 76 yards, while Brendon Lewis added 64 yards in the win. Dalevon Campbell and John Jackson III added 79 and 32 receiving yards respectively.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushed for 44 yards for New Mexico, while Andrew Henry added 18 yards. Dylan Hopkins threw for 271 yards for the Lobos, while receivers Jeremiah Hixon and D.J. Washington had 116 and 64 yards respectively.
New Mexico outgained Nevada 400-311 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 22-20 by the Lobos.
The time of possession battle favored Nevada as their offense was on the field for 35:27, longer than the 24:33 of their opponents.
Nevada looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Hawaii. New Mexico will aim to get back on the winning track vs. UNLV.