NCAAF · October 28, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET

JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS @ NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES

Free LineCrush game report for JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS @ NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES on October 28, 2026, with matchup analysis and pick ideas generated for the daily slate. Reports can update as lineups, injuries, and odds develop, so confirm time-sensitive details before acting.

Matchup Analysis

Jacksonville State brings a conference streak to Las Cruces

Through Oct. 13, Jacksonville State was 5-2 overall and 3-0 in Conference USA, with four straight wins before an off week ahead of its Oct. 28 road game.

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Jones gives the Aggies a powerful ground-game focal point

James Jones ran 27 times for 178 yards and a touchdown in New Mexico State’s Oct. 21 win over Sam Houston, giving Jacksonville State’s defense a demanding run-game assignment.

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Damante supplied the latest answer at quarterback

Adam Damante completed 19 of 29 passes for 160 yards and two touchdowns in the win over Sam Houston; whether he remains the starter is worth monitoring.

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Creel adds a second dimension to the Gamecocks’ offense

Caden Creel accounted for 309 passing and rushing yards, including 95 on the ground, in Jacksonville State’s win over FIU, adding a running threat for New Mexico State to handle.

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Injury information needs a fresh check

A tracker updated around Oct. 13 listed Franklin Baret Jr. out and Nabi Hoyt questionable; no newer confirmed injury update or matchup-specific depth chart was found.

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Pick Ideas

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