There was a genuine, loud gasp and an “Ohhhh,” heard from an estimated 4,769 fans when University of New Mexico running back Bobby Cole leaped high and flipped over defenders after a big run on Saturday at University Stadium.
He jumped back up to his feet after the play. He was OK. The UNM football program looked just fine as well after a significant turnout on a warm and sunny afternoon for its Cherry & Silver Game, won 21-0 by the Silver, to end spring football practices. The fans were in masks, socially distanced and only on the home side of the stadium to follow COVID-19 guidelines.
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The University of New Mexico has not had a first-team All-Mountain West Conference non-specialist selection since 2014, until now.
Junior defensive back Jerrick Reed, who led the MWC in interceptions (four) and interceptions per game (0.57), was named first-team All-MWC at safety, as chosen by the 12 head coaches and a select media panel, the league announced Tuesday.
Senior linebacker Brandon Shook, who led UNM (2-5) with 60 tackles, earned second-team honors, as did San Diego State junior kick returner Jordan Byrd, a Manzano High alumnus.
UNM junior running back Bobby Cole and seniors Kyle Stapley (offensive line), Teton Saltes (OL) and Joey Noble (defensive lineman) received honorable mention, as did SDSU junior defensive end Keshawn Banks, a Rio Rancho High alumnus.