This Saturday, the New Mexico Lobos visit the New Mexico State Aggies. The Lobos come in with a 2-1 record, while the Aggies are 1-2. The betting lines show New Mexico as the clear favorite. They’re favored by 11.5 points, meaning the Lobos must win by 12 or more for a bet on them to pay off. The spread is set evenly at -110 on both sides, so the payout is balanced regardless of which way you lean.
Looking at the moneyline, New Mexico is priced at -455, implying they are expected to win comfortably. A $455 bet on the Lobos would earn $100 profit. Meanwhile, New Mexico State is a big underdog at +350, meaning a $100 bet on the Aggies would return $350 if they pull off the upset.
The total points line is 48.5 with the over slightly less attractive at -108 compared to the under at -112. This suggests the sportsbook expects a moderate scoring game, but the difference in price hints a lean toward the under.
Given the records and the lines, the Lobos appear stronger and are expected to control the game. If you believe New Mexico will win by a significant margin, the spread or moneyline on the Lobos makes sense. If you think the Aggies keep it close or pull a surprise, the underdog moneyline or taking them with the points might be worth a look. The total suggests a game that won’t be a shootout, so consider the under if defense is your angle.