New Mexico finished drives while UTSA couldn’t. On top of eight penalties by the Roadrunners, UTSA was unable to find rhythm in Albuquerque as the Lobos captured their hometown bowl for the third time in their history.
The triple option offense consisting of Lamar Jordan, Teriyon Gipson and Richard McQuarley combined for 209 yards and three touchdowns. The attack proved to be effective even in a performance that was far from the team's best of the season.
UTSA had a chance to capitalize on the game opening drive after quarterback Dalton Sturm hit running running back Jarveon Williams on a fourth and five to put the Roadrunners 11 yards from a score.