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New Mexico State at Nebraska
Sep 13, 2008 • Completed
Away
New Mexico State
Conference USA

Final Score
7 - 38

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Game Story
Nebraska routs New Mexico State 38-7
Nebraska finished ahead of New Mexico State 38-7 on Sep 14, 2008. The result came in week 3 of the 2008 season.
Nebraska finished ahead of New Mexico State 38-7 on Sep 14, 2008. The result came in week 3 of the 2008 season.
Nebraska built the decisive edge with a 31-point margin, turning the box score into a comfortable win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Nebraska 553; New Mexico State 339. Another key split was passing yards: Nebraska 223; New Mexico State 248.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Nebraska 553; New Mexico State 339
Passing yards
Nebraska 223; New Mexico State 248
Rushing yards
Nebraska 330; New Mexico State 114
Turnovers
Nebraska 1; New Mexico State 2
First downs
Nebraska 28; New Mexico State 19
Possession time
Nebraska 18:55; New Mexico State 17:38
Third downs
Nebraska 5-10; New Mexico State 7-17
Completions-attempts
Nebraska 18-24; New Mexico State 19-39
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Nebraska | New Mexico State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 553 | 339 |
| Passing Yards | 223 | 248 |
| Rushing Yards | 330 | 114 |
| First Downs | 28 | 19 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 5-10 | 7-17 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-2 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 7-41 | 7-50 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 18-24 | 19-39 |
| Rushing Attempts | 44 | 32 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 8 | 1 |
| Possession Time | 18:55 | 17:38 |