With the first quarter scoreless, the Aztecs (3-6, 1-4 MWC) had the Aggies (4-5, 2-3 MWC) right where they wanted them. With a 7-3 halftime lead, things were going exactly how Coach Hoke was hoping. The defense was dominating and the Aztecs were building momentum. 23,096 fans at Snapdragon were witnessing routine and familiarity in their ‘no-offense, all-defense’ Aztecs. Knowing the offense needed to perform and produce, Offensive Coordinator Ryan Lindley dialed up a pass-first-game strategy. The thought would be to open the field and get the Aggies on their heels which might open up an eventual running game.
Double overtime loss to Utah State drop Aztecs to 3-6 on the season
