Liberty Defeats New Mexico State 30-14 on Aggies' Homecoming

Liberty defeated New Mexico State 30-14 on Saturday in Las Cruces, New Mexico, according to the Associated Press.

The Aggies opened the scoring on the game’s first drive. Trey Hedden led a seven-play, 75-yard drive that ended with a 24-yard touchdown pass to AJ Williams III, giving New Mexico State a 7-0 lead.

Liberty responded by relying on Chase Reeves. Reeves converted field goals of 35, 41, and 49 yards to put the Flames ahead 9-7.

The Flames extended their lead right before halftime. Deshawan Purdie connected with Makai Jackson for a 15-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining in the second quarter.

After a scoreless third quarter, New Mexico State narrowed the deficit. Hedden threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Williams, bringing the score to 16-14.

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Liberty secured the win in the fourth quarter. Kam Davis scored on a 5-yard run with 10:12 left on the clock, and Peyton Jones added a 1-yard touchdown run with 1:03 remaining.

Purdie finished the game throwing for 252 yards and one touchdown. Davis rushed for 63 yards on 15 carries, including his fourth-quarter score.

Liberty held the ball for 37:05, outperforming New Mexico State's 22:55 in time of possession.

Liberty Defeats New Mexico State 30-14 on Aggies' Homecoming

For the Aggies, Hedden recorded 256 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Williams hauled in eight receptions for 150 yards and both of New Mexico State’s touchdowns.

The victory improves Liberty to 8-1 overall and 5-0 in Conference USA. The win also extends Liberty’s current winning streak against New Mexico State, bringing the all-time series record to 8-2 in favor of the Flames.

New Mexico State dropped to 3-6 overall and 2-3 in conference play following the Homecoming loss. The Aggies travel to Missouri State Saturday.

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