The 19th annual New Mexico Bowl featured Louisiana and TCU.

The game began at approximately 12:15 p.m. MST and aired on ESPN.

The Ragin' Cajuns did not face any ranked teams during the season.

TCU ended their regular season with an 8–4 record (6–3 in conference).

at University Stadium • Albuquerque, New Mexico # denotes national championship game; † denotes College Football Playoff semifinal game