No clear timeline for Lobos QB Jack Layne to return
The “near future” still isn’t very clear. New Mexico head coach Jason Eck said Monday that quarterback Jack Layne still doesn’t have a clear timeline to return from a nagging elbow injury. The Lobos’ fifth-year quarterback missed all of spring practice after undergoing offseason surgery to repair a torn tendon in his elbow. While Layne has been active in each of UNM’s five practices, he has ...
The return of Lobos quarterback Jack Layne remains uncertain. New Mexico head coach Jason Eck stated that Layne still has no clear timeline for a return from a nagging elbow injury. Layne missed all of spring practice following offseason surgery to repair a torn tendon in his elbow. Despite being active in UNM's five preseason practices, he has not thrown with his right arm, unlike in the summer.
Coach Eck described Layne as frustrated, emphasizing the need for patience. He expressed concern that Layne's absence could impact the team's preparation for the Sept. 5 season opener against Central Michigan. Eck clarified that there is no set timeline for Layne's return, highlighting the team's focus on supporting the other quarterbacks in competition.
During fall camp, UNM is holding a quarterback battle between Oregon transfer Luke Moga, sixth-year senior James Laubstein, and sophomore Toa Fa’avae. The coach expressed hope for improvement in each player’s performance, but emphasized that only a clear performance can determine the starting position.
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