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New Mexico State Football Coach Jerry Kill Resigns, Tony Sanchez Named Successor

Kill cites physical, mental, and emotional strain for his departure after leading the Aggies to their first double-digit-win season in 63 years.

  • Jerry Kill, the head coach of New Mexico State's football team, has resigned after two successful seasons, citing physical, mental, and emotional strain.
  • Kill, who has a history of health issues including epilepsy, led the Aggies to a 17-11 record and back-to-back bowl appearances in his two seasons as head coach.
  • Tony Sanchez, the team's wide receivers coach and former UNLV head coach, has been named as Kill's successor.
  • Kill's resignation follows the departure of the Aggies' offensive coordinator Tim Beck and defensive backs coach Cliff Odom.
  • Under Kill's leadership, the Aggies enjoyed their first double-digit-win season in 63 years.
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