New Mexico State pulled off a surprising upset to defeat Miami Florida. New Mexico State entered the game as the decided underdog, with a 20% chance to win before the game started.
From the outset, New Mexico State refused to go away, chipping away at Miami Florida's lead until New Mexico State took their first lead toward the end of the game. Miami Florida never recovered after losing the lead, and by the time the game ended, New Mexico State had earned the upset.