The University of New Mexico football team has accepted an invitation to play in the Rate Bowl, scheduled for December 26 in Phoenix. The game will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN. The Lobos are set to compete against the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Tickets for the matchup can be purchased through the team's official website at golobos.com/tickets.
With a win, the Lobos could achieve their first 10-win season since 1982.
This season, members of the UNM football program have received notable recognition within their conference. Jason Eck was named Mountain West Coach of the Year, while Jaxton Eck received the Mountain West Co-Defensive Player of the Year honor. This marks the first time a father and son have both earned major postseason conference awards in Mountain West history.
"Good luck in Phoenix, and congratulations on this historic season!" stated representatives from UNM Athletics.
