LYNCHBURG, Va. – NM State's first road trip of the season didn't return the result it had hoped for as the Aggies (1-2, 0-1 CUSA) fell 33-17 at the hands of newly acquired Conference USA foe Liberty (2-0, 1-0 CUSA).
The Aggies and Flames traded blows in the opening half as the lead changed hands four times before Liberty ultimately took charge. In total, the Flames outgained the Aggies 526-341 while Liberty also dominated time of possession (37:54-22:06). Offensively, the Aggies were led by wide receiver Chris Bellamy who turned in the best game of his career – finishing with three catches for 74 yards.