New Mexico dominated Air Force 20-3 in a one-sided Week 13 contest. The Lobos struck first with a touchdown in the first quarter when quarterback J. Layne rushed for 12 yards and a score. New Mexico added a field goal in the second quarter to take a 10-0 halftime lead before extending their advantage with another field goal in the third quarter.

Air Force's offense struggled throughout, managing only a field goal in the fourth quarter. New Mexico's defense was particularly stout, forcing several critical plays. Despite Air Force's efforts late in the game, including a 21-yard touchdown pass completion, the Lobos' defense held firm down the stretch.

DJ McKinney led New Mexico's receiving corps with six catches, while Air Force's Owen Allen rushed for 8 yards and Kemper Hodges completed 5 passes. The game featured six lead changes and remained competitive on the win-probability chart, though New Mexico's early offensive explosion proved decisive. New Mexico covered the 3.5-point spread as the visiting team in a low-scoring affair that fell under the 53.5-point total.