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DeWayne Walker
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DeWayne Morris Walker (born December 3, 1960) is an American gridiron football coach and former player. He is currently on the staff for the Arizona State Sun Devils football team. He previously served as the defensive backs coach of the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). Walker played college football at the University of Minnesota and professionally in the Canadian Football League (CFL), with Edmonton Eskimos in 1982, and in the United States Football League (USFL), with the Oakland Invaders in 1984 and the Arizona Outlaws in 1985. Walker served as the head football coach at New Mexico State University from 2009 to 2012, compiling a record of 10–41 in four seasons.
Key Information
Early life and college
[edit]Born in Los Angeles, Walker graduated from John Muir High School of Pasadena, California in 1978. Walker attended and played for Pasadena City College for two years before transferring to the University of Minnesota, where he was a two-year starter.[1]
In 1992, Walker completed his Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts at Regents College of the University of the State of New York (now Excelsior University).[2]
Professional playing career
[edit]Walker played for the Canadian Football League's Edmonton Eskimos in 1982 and the USFL's Oakland Invaders in 1984 and Arizona Outlaws in 1985.
Coaching career
[edit]Walker was Pete Carroll's first hire once he became head coach of the USC Trojans in 2001; Walker oversaw the secondary and had spent the previous three seasons in a similar role with the New England Patriots. When Carroll hired Walker, he noted "He was with me [. . .] in the NFL, and he was able to learn my style and understand my system".[3]
Between USC and coaching the UCLA Bruins, Walker was a secondary coach for the National Football League Washington Redskins and New York Giants. He has also coached for the New England Patriots and at Mount San Antonio College, Utah State, BYU, Oklahoma State and California.
UCLA Bruins
[edit]In December 2006, his defense held the rival USC Trojans under 10 points for the first time since 2001. It helped the Bruins end a seven-game losing streak in the UCLA–USC rivalry.
Following the dismissal of UCLA head coach Karl Dorrell in December 2007, Walker was asked to be the head coach of the Bruins in the 2007 Las Vegas Bowl. Dorrell was offered the opportunity to coach a final game, but declined.[4][5] The Bruins faced Mountain West Conference champion Brigham Young University, a team they defeated earlier in the season. BYU beat UCLA 17–16 when BYU Cougars defensive lineman Eathyn Manumaleuna blocked a 28-yard field goal as time expired.[6] This left Walker with a 0–1 record as head coach.
After the Las Vegas bowl game, speculations arose on whether Walker would return to the program. Among others, he received an offer to replace Kent Baer as defensive coordinator at the University of Washington. On January 1, 2008, Sporting News columnist Tom Dienhart reported that Walker had accepted the offer.[7] The story, however, turned out to be untrue, as Los Angeles Times reporter Chris Foster reported that Walker would stay at UCLA and remain defensive coordinator for the Bruins.[8] The Sporting News later retracted the story. Walker interviewed for the UCLA Bruin head coaching position and was one of the leading candidates for the position along with Rick Neuheisel, Al Golden of Temple, and Norm Chow. The job eventually went to Neuheisel and Walker remained as defensive coordinator.[9]
New Mexico State
[edit]On December 31, 2008, Walker was named head coach at New Mexico State University. Walker became the second African-American coach in school history and the seventh African-American FBS coach at that time.[10] He resigned as head coach after the 2012 season.
Jacksonville Jaguars
[edit]On January 22, 2013, it was reported that Walker would leave New Mexico State in favor of the defensive backs job with the Jacksonville Jaguars.[11][12]
Head coaching record
[edit]| Year | Team | Overall | Conference | Standing | Bowl/playoffs | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCLA Bruins (Pacific-10 Conference) (2007) | |||||||||
| 2007 | UCLA | 0–1 | L Las Vegas | ||||||
| UCLA: | 0–1 | ||||||||
| New Mexico State Aggies (Western Athletic Conference) (2009–2012) | |||||||||
| 2009 | New Mexico State | 3–10 | 1–7 | T–8th | |||||
| 2010 | New Mexico State | 2–10 | 1–7 | 8th | |||||
| 2011 | New Mexico State | 4–9 | 2–5 | 7th | |||||
| 2012 | New Mexico State | 1–11 | 0–6 | 7th | |||||
| New Mexico State: | 10–40 | 4–25 | |||||||
| Total: | 10–41 | ||||||||
References
[edit]- ^ "DeWayne Walker". USC Trojans. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved November 10, 2012.
- ^ "DeWayne Walker". New Mexico State Aggies. Archived from the original on May 31, 2013. Retrieved November 10, 2012.
- ^ David Wharton, Carroll’s First Hire Is Walker, Los Angeles Times, December 19, 2000, Accessed July 15, 2008.
- ^ Brian Dohn. UCLA fires coach Dorrell. Archived December 5, 2007, at the Wayback Machine Los Angeles Daily News. 12 March 2007 11:18:47 AM PST. Quote: During his tenure, UCLA's off-the-field image, which took a beating under coach Bob Toledo, was cleaned up. But on the field too many inconsistent performances did in Dorrell, who was 1–4 against USC, including Saturday's 24–7 loss at the Coliseum.
- ^ Associated Press. Fired Dorrell won't coach UCLA in Las Vegas Bowl. December 4, 2007. Quote: Ousted UCLA football coach Karl Dorrell has decided not to coach the Bruins when they play BYU in the Las Vegas Bowl.
- ^ Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl Game Story Dec. 22, 2007 No. 17 BYU (11–2) won its second-consecutive Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl, escaping with a 17–16 victory over UCLA (6–7) after defensive lineman Eathyn Manumaleuna blocked a 28-yard field goal as time expired
- ^ Sporting News: Walker to Stay at UCLA Archived January 7, 2008, at the Wayback Machine. January 1, 2008, Original title:Huskies turn to UCLA coordinator, original quote:" The University of Washington has hired former UCLA defensive coordinator DeWayne Walker as its new defensive coordinator (link was associated with retracted story, but not before being caught by Sportsnipe.)
- ^ Los Angeles Times: Football assistant coach Walker to stay at UCLA. January 3, 2008
- ^ Kevin Pearson – Walker will get second interview for UCLA head coaching position Archived May 20, 2011, at the Wayback Machine. Riverside Press Enterprise, December 22, 2007.
- ^ UCLA's Walker to be named New Mexico State coach, Los Angeles Times, December 30, 2008, Accessed December 30, 2008.
- ^ McMurphy, Brett (January 24, 2013). "DeWayne Walker to join Jags staff". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
- ^ Jaguars hire Walker to coach DBs
DeWayne Walker
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Early life and college
Childhood and high school
DeWayne Walker was born on December 3, 1960, in Los Angeles, California. He grew up in the city's Crenshaw district near 30th and Vermont streets, in close proximity to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, which exposed him to college football from an early age. At around age 14, Walker moved with his family to Pasadena, where he spent the remainder of his formative years.[1][8] Walker's initial interest in football developed through his surroundings in Los Angeles, where the nearby USC Trojans captured his attention as a young fan. He admired standout players such as O.J. Simpson and Anthony Davis, whose performances at the Coliseum inspired his passion for the sport. Upon relocating to Pasadena, his perspective broadened; local UCLA Bruins players like Kermit Johnson, James McAlister, and Johnny Lynn, who hailed from the area, further influenced his athletic aspirations and shifted some of his allegiance toward the Bruins.[8] Walker attended John Muir High School in Pasadena, graduating in 1978. There, he emerged as a standout defensive back on the Mustangs' football team, earning recognition for his skills in the secondary. Notably, he starred in the annual Turkey Tussle rivalry games against Pasadena High School during the 1976 and 1977 seasons, playing a key role in Muir's victories that snapped a nine-year losing streak to their crosstown rivals. These performances highlighted his potential as a promising athlete in Southern California's competitive high school football scene.[9][8] After high school, Walker transitioned to Pasadena City College to continue his education and football career.[1]College career
Walker began his college football career at Pasadena City College, where he played as a defensive back for two years from 1978 to 1979.[1][3] Following his time at the community college, Walker transferred to the University of Minnesota, becoming a two-year starter at cornerback for the Golden Gophers during the 1980 and 1981 seasons.[1][10] During his tenure at Minnesota, he contributed to the team's defensive efforts as a senior in 1981, listed at 5'10" and 177 pounds.[10] Walker completed his formal education later in life, earning a Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts from Regents College (now Excelsior University) in Albany, New York, in 1992.[1][3] This degree came after his playing career, reflecting his commitment to academics amid professional pursuits.Professional playing career
Canadian Football League
Following his college career at the University of Minnesota, DeWayne Walker signed with the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 1982 as an undrafted free agent defensive back.[1][4] Walker participated in the Eskimos' 1982 training camp, competing for a spot on the roster during the team's preparations for the season.[1] However, he did not appear in any regular-season games, recording no statistics.[1] The short tenure reflected the challenges of transitioning to the CFL's distinct rules and wider field compared to American college football, as well as the Eskimos' depth at the position following their Grey Cup-winning dynasty in the late 1970s.[1] After his time with the Eskimos, Walker returned to the United States and took a two-year hiatus from professional football before resuming his career elsewhere.[4]United States Football League
Walker signed with the Oakland Invaders of the United States Football League (USFL) in 1984, joining the upstart spring league as a cornerback following his time in the Canadian Football League.[1] No individual statistics are recorded for his tenure. The Invaders finished the 1984 season with a 7–11 record, placing fourth in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference.[11] In 1985, Walker moved to the Arizona Outlaws, a team formed by relocating the previous year's Oklahoma Outlaws franchise to Tempe, Arizona.[12] Playing again as a defensive back, he was part of a squad that started strong but ultimately posted an 8–10 record, missing the playoffs and finishing fourth in the Western Conference. No individual statistics are recorded.[13] Walker's USFL tenure spanned two seasons across the two teams, during which the league struggled with financial instability amid competition from the established National Football League.[14] The USFL ceased operations after the 1985 season, following a failed antitrust lawsuit against the NFL that awarded only nominal damages, leading to the league's dissolution in 1986.[14]Coaching career
Early coaching positions
After retiring from his professional playing career in the United States Football League in 1986, DeWayne Walker spent the following two years (1986–1987) working odd jobs in California to support himself, including as a trash collector for the city of Los Angeles.[15] This period, at age 25, involved physically demanding labor that Walker later described as "the dirtiest job" he had ever done, which instilled in him a profound sense of humility and reinforced the importance of hard work regardless of background.[15] Walker transitioned into coaching in 1988 at Mt. San Antonio College, a community college in Walnut, California, where he served as defensive backs coach from 1988 to 1991.[3] In 1992, he was promoted to defensive coordinator for the Mounties, overseeing the unit during his final season there.[3] These entry-level roles provided Walker with his initial platform to teach defensive techniques and build foundational coaching experience at the junior college level. In 1993, Walker advanced to Division I football as defensive backs coach at Utah State University.[1] He moved to Brigham Young University (BYU) the following year as cornerbacks coach, becoming the first African American coach in the program's history amid an era when opportunities for Black coaches in college football remained limited.[16] Walker continued in defensive backs roles at Oklahoma State University in 1995, where he also served as defensive coordinator, and at the University of California, Berkeley from 1996 to 1997.[3][17] Throughout these positions, Walker emphasized secondary play and player development, laying the groundwork for his long-term focus on cultivating skilled defensive backs through rigorous fundamentals and technique instruction.USC Trojans and early NFL roles
DeWayne Walker entered the NFL as defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots from 1998 to 2000, where he contributed to defensive units that advanced to the playoffs each year, including a Super Bowl appearance in 1996 (prior to his arrival, but building on that foundation).[3][1] Walker was hired as USC's secondary coach in December 2000, becoming Pete Carroll's first assistant upon his arrival as head coach.[4] He served in the role during the 2001 season, also holding the title of associate head coach, drawing on his prior NFL experience with the New England Patriots to implement a disciplined defensive scheme.[18][1] His prior role at USC in 2001, where he developed the secondary during the program's rise, served as a key credential for later positions.[4] Under Walker's guidance, USC's secondary performed strongly in 2001, ranking seventh nationally in interceptions with 19 while allowing just 11 passing touchdowns.[1] The unit also ranked 16th in the country in pass defense, surrendering 179.2 yards per game, and 16th in pass efficiency defense.[1] This foundation helped build the Trojans' elite defense, contributing to their national championships in 2003 and 2004, as Walker's early work emphasized aggressive coverage and ball disruption that carried forward in the program.[8] Following his USC tenure, Walker transitioned to the NFL, joining the New York Giants as secondary coach from 2002 to 2003 under defensive coordinator Johnnie Lynn.[1] In 2002, the Giants' defense ranked ninth in passing yards allowed (2,989 total) and first in interceptions (24), supporting a 10-6 record and NFC East title with a playoff appearance.[19] The 2003 season proved challenging with a 4-12 finish, but Walker's focus on technique helped develop players like cornerback Will Allen into consistent contributors.[20] Walker then moved to the Washington Redskins as secondary coach for the 2004 and 2005 seasons.[21] In 2005, his unit ranked 12th in passing yards allowed (3,172 total, 198.3 per game) and tied for fourth in interceptions (19), aiding a 10-6 record, NFC East division title, and playoff berth.[22] He played a key role in integrating rookie first-round pick Carlos Rogers, emphasizing physicality and coverage skills to bolster the backfield.[21] During his time at USC and in these early NFL roles, Walker refined his coaching philosophy around simplicity and fundamentals, influenced by Carroll's aggressive schemes, while building key networks through collaborations with NFL coordinators like Lynn.[23] This period solidified his reputation for transitioning college players to professional levels, drawing from his preparatory stints at BYU and UNLV.[1]UCLA Bruins
DeWayne Walker was hired as UCLA's defensive coordinator in January 2006 under head coach Karl Dorrell, bringing his experience from coaching secondaries at USC and in the NFL to oversee the Bruins' defensive schemes with an emphasis on aggressive, opportunistic play.[24] Walker focused on improving the secondary and overall defensive structure, implementing schemes that prioritized tackles for loss and third-down stops. During Walker's tenure from 2006 to 2008, the UCLA defense showed notable improvements in specific areas despite the team's overall struggles. In 2006, the unit ranked ninth nationally in rushing defense and fifth in third-down conversion defense (28.4%).[1] The following year, it placed 14th in rushing defense, 29th in total and scoring defense, second nationally in tackles for loss, third in third-down conversion defense, and 15th in sacks per game.[3] By 2008, the defense ranked 11th nationally and second in the Pac-10 in pass defense, allowing just 167.6 yards per game through the air.[3] In December 2007, following Dorrell's dismissal after a 6-6 regular season, Walker was named interim head coach for the Bruins' appearance in the Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl against BYU.[1] He led game preparation and strategy, guiding the team in a close 17-16 loss to the Cougars, finishing with an 0-1 record in his sole game as interim head coach.[25] Walker departed UCLA after the 2008 season, accepting the head coaching position at New Mexico State amid the program's transition to new head coach Rick Neuheisel.[26] His three-year stint as defensive coordinator concluded with the Bruins' defense ranked 48th nationally in total defense.[26]New Mexico State Aggies
DeWayne Walker was hired as the head coach of the New Mexico State Aggies on December 31, 2008, following his tenure as defensive coordinator at UCLA.[26] This appointment came after the dismissal of Hal Mumme and positioned Walker to lead a program that had not appeared in a bowl game since the 1960 Sun Bowl, marking one of the longest such droughts in major college football.[27] His selection built on his interim head coaching experience at UCLA during a 2007 game against BYU, serving as a key stepping stone to his first full-time FBS head coaching role.[26] Over his four-year tenure from 2009 to 2012, Walker prioritized program rebuilding through targeted recruiting, the installation of a defense-first scheme, and efforts to instill a disciplined team culture.[28] He shifted the Aggies away from the air raid offense of the prior regime toward a balanced approach emphasizing defensive fundamentals, drawing on his background in developing strong secondaries during stints with the NFL's New York Giants and Washington Redskins.[26] Recruiting focused on high school talent from California and Texas, where Walker leveraged his West Coast networks to bring in prospects suited to his system, including quarterback Christian Moore, whom he developed into a starter by his senior year in 2011 and praised for exceptional performance.[29] Walker also worked to cultivate accountability and resilience among players, aiming to transform a roster accustomed to losing into one capable of competing in the Western Athletic Conference despite ongoing challenges like inadequate facilities and the geographic isolation of Las Cruces, which complicated talent acquisition and fan engagement.[30][31] Walker's efforts yielded incremental progress in player development and scheme execution but were hampered by the program's structural limitations, culminating in his dismissal after the 2012 season.[32] The Aggies finished that year with a 1-11 record, and Walker departed with an overall mark of 10–41.[6]Jacksonville Jaguars
DeWayne Walker was hired as the defensive backs coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars in January 2013, following his tenure as head coach at New Mexico State, where he had demonstrated NFL-caliber defensive expertise.[33][34] He joined under new head coach Gus Bradley, tasked with rebuilding a young and inexperienced secondary in a scheme influenced by the Seattle Seahawks' Cover 3 principles.[35] During his four seasons (2013–2016), Walker focused on developing emerging talent, including rookie cornerback Dwayne Gratz, whom he praised for strong coverage skills and compared to former NFL standout Carlos Rogers.[36][37] He also mentored veteran cornerback Alan Ball, who recorded two interceptions and 14 pass deflections in 2013 while starting 15 games.[38][39] Walker's emphasis on ball disruption techniques contributed to gradual improvements in the secondary's performance, with the Jaguars' pass defense ranking 25th in opponent passing yards per game (247.6) in 2013, 22nd (229.9) in 2014, 29th (268.2) in 2015, and a significant jump to 5th (215.3) in 2016.[40][41][42][43] Under his guidance, the group increased interceptions from six total in 2014 to seven in 2016, reflecting better fundamentals in a zone-heavy system.[43] Walker adapted his college-level coaching strategies to the NFL's speed and complexity, prioritizing technique drills for young players transitioning to professional coverage demands, which helped integrate rookies like Gratz and safety Johnathan Cyprien into the starting lineup early.[35][39] This approach fostered continuity, as he noted after the 2014 season that the secondary shared a unified vision for improvement despite ongoing youth.[44] Walker departed the Jaguars in January 2017 following the 2016 season, as part of broader staff changes after head coach Gus Bradley's dismissal, ending his four-year stint with the team.[45]Cleveland Browns
In January 2017, the Cleveland Browns hired DeWayne Walker as their defensive backs coach, reuniting him with head coach Hue Jackson from their time together on the 1996 University of California staff and drawing on Walker's prior NFL experience with the Jacksonville Jaguars.[46][47] Walker joined defensive coordinator Ray Horton's staff to address a secondary plagued by inconsistency during the Browns' ongoing rebuild.[48] He retained the position into 2018 under new defensive coordinator Gregg Williams and through 2019 under interim head coach Freddie Kitchens, providing continuity amid head coaching changes.[49][50] Walker focused on developing young talent in a secondary marked by personnel flux, including injuries and performance-based rotations that saw multiple starters cycle through the unit during the Browns' transition from a winless 2017 to near-playoff contention in 2018.[51] He worked extensively with first-round cornerback Denzel Ward, the fourth overall pick in 2018, and second-rounder Greedy Williams, selected 46th in 2019, emphasizing tackling fundamentals and ball skills to integrate them as outside cornerbacks while avoiding slot duties.[52][53] Walker's coaching helped Ward earn Pro Bowl honors as a rookie and supported Williams' early adaptation, contributing to efforts that stabilized the group despite ongoing challenges like Ward's and Williams' injury absences in 2019.[54][55] Drawing from his Jaguars tenure, where the secondary ranked among the league's best in interceptions, Walker aided in schemes that promoted versatility among defensive backs, allowing hybrid roles to counter passing attacks during the Browns' defensive uptick.[56] The unit improved from 31st in points allowed (410 total) in 2017 to 22nd (384 points) in 2018 and 20th (393 points) in 2019, with passing yards allowed dropping from 3,715 (27th rank) in 2017 to 3,470 (25th) by 2019 amid a focus on coverage discipline.[57][58][59] The Browns' secondary coverage graded 22nd league-wide in 2019 per Pro Football Focus, reflecting incremental progress in a high-pressure rebuild.[60] Following the 2019 season, in which the Browns finished 6-10, Walker departed as new head coach Kevin Stefanski opted not to retain him during a full staff overhaul to align with a new defensive vision.[61][62]Arizona Wildcats
In January 2021, head coach Jedd Fisch hired DeWayne Walker as the Arizona Wildcats' cornerbacks coach, adding a veteran defensive mind with over 30 years of experience in college and professional football.[63] Walker's prior collaboration with Fisch during their time together on the Jacksonville Jaguars staff from 2013 to 2014 influenced the decision, bringing proven NFL expertise in coaching defensive backs to the program.[64] Walker contributed significantly to Arizona's recruiting efforts, focusing on talent from the Southwest region, including California and Arizona high schools. He played a pivotal role in assembling the 2022 signing class, which ranked second in the Pac-12 and 22nd nationally according to 247Sports, and marked the first time the program secured a five-star recruit.[3] These efforts helped bolster the roster during a period of program rebuilding under Fisch, aligning with early discussions around conference realignment that would later see Arizona join the Big 12 in 2024.[64] In his role, Walker emphasized the development of the secondary, coaching cornerbacks and nickelbacks with a focus on technique, coverage skills, and ball disruption to enhance the unit's effectiveness.[65] He worked closely with emerging players, including true freshmen and transfers, to build depth and competitiveness in the defensive backfield, contributing to incremental improvements in Arizona's pass defense during the 2021 and 2022 seasons.[66] Walker parted ways with the Wildcats in January 2023 after two seasons, announcing his departure to pursue other opportunities while expressing appreciation for the players' efforts.[67] The mutual separation left the program seeking a replacement for the cornerbacks position ahead of the 2023 campaign.[68]Arizona State Sun Devils
In 2023, DeWayne Walker joined the Arizona State Sun Devils staff as a defensive analyst under head coach Kenny Dillingham, leveraging his decades of experience as a college and NFL coach to bolster the program's defensive evaluation.[69][70] His hiring capitalized on his veteran status, including prior roles at in-state rival Arizona, fostering regional ties within Arizona college football.[71] Walker's initial role emphasized off-field contributions, such as scouting opponents, breaking down game film, and offering strategic insights on defensive schemes without direct on-field coaching responsibilities. By 2024, his position had expanded to defensive pass game coordinator, where he focused on refining the secondary's techniques, mentoring cornerbacks during practices, and coordinating responses to passing attacks. This involved closely observing drills, providing real-time feedback to players, and ensuring alignment in coverage schemes.[72][73] As of November 15, 2025, following a win over West Virginia, Walker's work has contributed to the Sun Devils' defensive efforts, with the unit allowing 37.2 points per game and supporting a 7-3 overall record (5-2 Big 12). His emphasis on pass defense has helped integrate young talent in the secondary, enhancing staff dynamics through his guidance on film study and situational awareness during high-stakes Big 12 matchups.[74][75]Head coaching record
Season-by-season results
DeWayne Walker's head coaching experience began with an interim role at UCLA for the 2007 Las Vegas Bowl after head coach Karl Dorrell was fired following a 6-6 regular season. The Bruins fell to BYU 17-16 in a thriller that came down to a blocked field goal attempt as time expired, giving Walker an 0-1 record with no conference games coached.[76]| Year | Team | Overall Record | Conference Record | Conference Finish | Bowl Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | UCLA | 0–1 | — | — | L 16–17 vs. BYU (Las Vegas Bowl) |
| Year | Team | Overall Record | Conference Record | Conference Finish | Notable Games |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | New Mexico State | 3–10 | 1–7 (WAC) | T–8th | W 21–18 vs. Prairie View A&M; W 20–17 vs. New Mexico; W 20–17 vs. Utah State |
| 2010 | New Mexico State | 2–10 | 1–7 (WAC) | 8th | W 16–14 vs. New Mexico; W 29–27 vs. San Jose State |
| 2011 | New Mexico State | 4–9 | 2–5 (WAC) | 7th | W 28–21 vs. Minnesota; W 42–28 vs. New Mexico; W 31–24 vs. Idaho; W 48–45 vs. Fresno State |
| 2012 | New Mexico State | 1–11 | 0–5 (WAC) | 6th | W 49–19 vs. Sacramento State |