Jack Layne News, Rumors, Updates - New Mexico Lobos

Out for season Layne (elbow) will miss the entire season after undergoing surgery, Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal reports.

Impact Layne underwent surgery for his injured elbow and will be forced to miss the entire season as a result. He started every game last season for the Lobos and seemed set to begin another season at the helm of the offense prior to his injury. Head coach Jason Eck said he has not named a starter for Week 1 yet and is planning on playing multiple in the season opener versus Central Michigan. It's a three-way battle for the job with Toa Fa'avae, Luke Moga and James Laubstein all in a fierce competition that now has even more stakes with Layne's injury news.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Officially deemed questionable Layne (elbow) is officially questionable for the Lobos' season opener against Central Michigan on Sept. 5, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Thamel also reported that despite being listed as questionable, Layne has not gone through any full practices thus far and an official return timeline remains uncertain. The team continues to have an ongoing quarterback battle between Toa Fa'avae, Luke Moga and James Laubstein while Layne is sidelined.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains without return timeline Layne (elbow) remains without a clear return timeline from his elbow injury, with Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal reporting Monday that he is "not real close." The New Mexic...

Impact This adds to the uncertainty surrounding Layne's availability for the start of the season. Until he progresses further in his recovery, New Mexico's other quarterback options remain relevant entering the opener. Toa Fa'avae appears to have taken the lead in the Lobos' backup quarterback race with the season right around the corner.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Might not be ready for Week 1 Layne (elbow) might not be ready for the season opener against Central Michigan on Sep. 5, head coach Jason Eck told Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal, who added that they're...

Impact Layne had an offseason surgery to repair a torn tendon in his elbow, but is still battling through the injury, according to Eck. If he isn't ready to start, there are three options who could start under center in Week 1 -- Luke Moga, James Laubstein and Toa Fa'avae. Layne should be the starter when healthy, but he's in a race against time to be able to do so when the season starts.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out for near future Layne (elbow) is still recovering from surgery and he is out for the near future, Edgerrin Garcia of the Daily Lobo reports.

Impact Layne had an offseason surgery to repair a torn tendon in his elbow, but is still battling through the injury according to head coach Jason Eck. Layne said he was "feeling good" in the middle of July, but now his status is in question for the start of the season. He's set to start the season opener on Sept. 5 if he's healthy, but if he's not Luke Moga would likely take his place.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering from elbow surgery Layne said his elbow is "feeling good" after offseason surgery for a torn tendon, according to Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal.

Impact The New Mexico quarterback added that he is healthy now after playing through the injury for much of last season. This is a positive offseason update for Layne after he was limited during spring work and inactive for the spring game while recovering from the elbow issue. His health will be a key factor for New Mexico's offense heading into fall camp.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out for spring game Layne (elbow) is inactive for New Mexico's spring game Saturday, per Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal.

Impact Layne remains sidelined, as he continues to recover from a torn flexor tendon in his elbow. He will look to be at full health in time for the regular season, as he is once again expected to serve as the team's starting quarterback.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not throwing much in spring Layne is recovering from an elbow injury and isn't throwing much in spring practice, per

Impact Layne reportedly suffered a torn flexor tendon in his elbow in Week 3 of the 2025 season against UCLA, but played through it the rest of the year (albeit not particularly well) and received surgery in the offseason. That's limited his involvement in spring camp, but the gunslinger, who still tossed for 2,486 yards, 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions last season on 65 percent completion, will have to wait until fall camp to get more involved in the Lobos' practices.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Unimpressive during bowl Layne was 14-for-25 passing for 88 yards and one interception during Friday's 20-17 overtime loss to Minnesota. He also had 10 rushes for two yards.

Impact For 2025, Layne transferred colleges from Idaho to New Mexico for his first season of FBS football. To go with four rushing touchdowns, he logged 213 completed passes for 2,486 yards and 13 TDs. However, Layne barely completed more than 65.0 percent of 327 pass attempts for a 13-10 TD-INT ratio, significantly worse than the 14-4 he logged during Idaho's 2024 season.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leads New Mexico to win Layne completed 14 of 25 passes for 127 yards and a touchdown during Friday's 23-17 overtime victory over San Diego State. He also had 11 rushes for nine yards.

Impact Layne didn't put up big numbers down the stretch, completing 56.9 percent of his passes for 458 yards and just one touchdown in his last three games, though the junior did lead the Lobos to six straight victories as New Mexico will finish the regular season at 9-3 while earning bowl eligibility for the first time since 2016. Overall, Layne's completed 65.9 percent of his passes for 2,398 yards, 14 touchdowns and nine interceptions across 12 games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keith's 25-yard TD grab in second OT lifts New Mexico over San Diego State 23-17

Cade Keith caught a 25-yard touchdown pass from Jack Layne in the second overtime to send New Mexico past San Diego State, 23-17 on Friday after both teams turned the ball over in...

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Manages Lobos in Week 13 Layne completed 10 of 15 passes for 105 yards during Saturday's 20-3 win against Air Force. He also had eight rushes for 24 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Layne wasn't relied upon to headline the offense in this contest, posting a season-low for pass attempts in the contest. He did, however, notch just his four rushing touchdowns on the season to provide a little bit of fantasy value. Facing a triple-option offense certainly dampens offensive output in general, but things don't get any easier to round out the regular season next week; Layne faces a San Diego State defense yielding just 159.7 passing yards per game and posting a 10:13 TD:INT ratio against them this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Layne, Damon Bankston propel New Mexico to 20-3 victory over Air Force

Jack Layne and Damon Bankston had touchdown runs and New Mexico beat Air Force 20-3

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Sufficient against Colorado State Layne was 13-for-25 passing for 226 yards during Saturday's 20-17 victory against Colorado State. He also had 10 rushes for 23 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Layne helped New Mexico scrape by arguably the Mountain West Conference's worst team this season. The quarterback has been relatively mistake-free since Week 8, with four games including a combined 4-1- TD-INT ratio and only one fumble, which he did not lose. For the Lobos' next game, they are scheduled to visit Air Force in Week 13.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McKinney, Layne score TDs, New Mexico defeats Colorado St. 20-17 in defensive battle

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Sharp again in victory Layne completed 17 of 22 passes for 342 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 40-35 win versus UNLV. He also had nine rushes for three yards.

Impact It was a strong day from the junior quarterback, who topped 300 passing yards for the third time this season. Overall, Layne has completed 68.4 percent of his passes for 1,940 yards, 12 touchdowns and nine interceptions through nine games this season. Layne and the Lobos will head into a bye before hosting Colorado State in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D.J. McKinney scores last for New Mexico in wild 40-35 win over UNLV

Jack Layne threw three touchdown passes, D

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Efficient in win Layne completed 17 of 22 passes for 183 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 33-14 win over Utah State.

Impact It was a strong showing from Layne, who completed a season-best 77.3 percent of his passes in the win. Overall, the junior's completed 67.4 percent of his passes for 1,598 yards, nine touchdowns and eight interceptions while rushing for 91 yards and two scores through eight games this season. Layne and the Lobos will take on UNLV next week on the road.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McKinney scores two touchdowns as New Mexico beats Utah State 33–14

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads Lobos over Nevada Layne completed 14 of 22 passes for 138 yards during Saturday's 24-22 win over Nevada. He also had eight rushes for 71 yards.

Impact It was a solid bounce-back outing for Layne, after he completed just 41.2 percent of his passes while throwing a pair of interceptions in a loss to Boise State last week. The junior also showcased some playmaking ability Saturday, rushing for a season-high 71 yards. Through seven games, Layne has completed 66.3 percent of his passes for 1,415 yards, eight touchdowns and eight interceptions. He'll look to build on his performance next week against Utah State.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D.J. McKinney runs for 2 TDs, New Mexico hands Nevada 5th consecutive loss, 24-22

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Struggles in loss Layne was 7-for-17 passing for 115 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions during Saturday's 41-25 defeat against Boise State.

Impact It was a tough day for Layne, who completed a season-worst 41.2 percent of his passes while turning the ball over three times before eventually conceding work to backup James Laubstein late in the contest. Layne has now thrown five interceptions in his last two games and eight overall this season. He'll look to rebound next week when the Lobos host Nevada.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maddux Madsen, Sire Gaines spark Boise State to 41-25 victory over New Mexico

Maddux Madsen threw two touchdown passes, Sire Gaines ran for two scores and Boise State pulled away with a 21-point fourth quarter to beat New Mexico 41-25

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Throws three picks in loss Layne completed 28 of 40 passes for 344 yards and three interceptions during Friday's 35-28 defeat against San Jose State. He also had seven rushes for negative one yard with a tou...

Impact While it wasn't an awful performance overall from Layne, as he completed 70 percent of his throws, his three interceptions proved to be the difference in New Mexico's one-score loss. Still, Layne has thrown for more than 300 yards in back-to-back outings while completing 73.3 percent of his passes over his last three games. Layne and the Lobos will take on Boise State next week.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in win Layne was 23-for-30 passing for 303 yards and four touchdowns during Saturday's 38-20 victory over New Mexico State.

Impact It was another efficient performance from the junior quarterback, who's completed 76.1 percent of his throws for 455 yards, six touchdowns and no interceptions in his last two games. Layne, who joined New Mexico as a transfer from Idaho in the offseason, has thrown for 818 yards, seven touchdowns and three interceptions (all of which came against Michigan in Week 1) through his first four games this year. Layne and the Lobos will visit San Jose State next week to open conference play.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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