New Mexico State at Illinois State

Saturday, October 17, 1981 Share

New Mexico State beat Illinois State 20–⁠10. It was their first meeting; after it, New Mexico State led the series 1–⁠0.

AwayNew Mexico State3–⁠8 in 1981

HomeIllinois State3–⁠7 in 1981

FinalHigh 65°F, low 51°F, 0.24 in. of rainAttendance 11,134

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois State 62% to win. New Mexico State won as Elo’s underdog.

New Mexico State leads 2–⁠0 in two meetings, counting the one since this game.

Recent meetings
1982	New Mexico State 26, Illinois State 17
1981	New Mexico State 20, Illinois State 10