The 2026 Rio Grande Rivalry between the UNM Lobos and the NMSU Aggies resumes this fall, headlining a Lobos schedule that includes a September 5 opener against Central Michigan and matchups with UTEP, North Dakota State, UNLV, and Air Force. Fans can access official rosters and ticket options on GoLobos.com or stream live broadcasts via regional networks and news radio.
The New Mexico State Aggies will host the University of New Mexico Lobos at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces on September 26 for the annual Rio Grande Rivalry. Entering the second year under head coach Jason Eck, the Lobos’ 2026 campaign features key home games against Central Michigan, UTEP, North Dakota State, UNLV, and Air Force.
As longtime rivals separated by just a few hours on the road, these two programs have battled fiercely since 1894 in the storied Rio Grande Rivalry, also known as the Battle of I-25, a competition defined by decades of heart-pounding clashes and bragging rights that run deep across the Land of Enchantment.
Get ready! The battle for state domination is heating up once again, and neither team wants to come away empty-handed.
2026 UNM Lobos Football Season Preview
The 2026 UNM Lobos football schedule features a September 5 home opener against Central Michigan and key home Mountain West Conference matchups against UTEP, North Dakota State, UNLV, and Air Force. For southern New Mexico fans, the highlight of the schedule is the annual Rio Grande Rivalry clash against the New Mexico State Aggies on September 26 in Las Cruces.
The official University of New Mexico Lobos football roster provides comprehensive profiles of the current season’s lineup, organized by jersey number, position, weight, and academic class. The platform allows fans to filter players by positional units and links directly to individual student-athlete biographies, statistical breakdowns, and verified social media accounts.
Download a printable copy of the UNM Lobos football schedule.
What is the UNM Lobos’ Statewide Impact?
Though based in Albuquerque, the UNM Lobos play a vital role in fueling the passion and excitement of college football throughout New Mexico. Their high-stakes rivalry games and competitive performances keep fans engaged statewide, making Lobos football a key highlight each season.
Lobos football promises excitement for fans across the state, whether catching the rivalry game in Las Cruces or making the trip to Albuquerque’s University Stadium.
Get a comprehensive look at the 2026 Lobos football season.
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For information about watching or listening to Lobos football games, visit GoLobos.com. See the team live, watch the team on TV, or listen to the radio broadcast. For the best experience, get 2026 UNM Lobos football tickets.
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