NMSU Separates Assistant Head Coach and General Manager David Cobb After University Review
The athletics office declined to disclose the reason, with the program planning to name a replacement next week.
Overview
- New Mexico State confirmed that David Cobb was placed on administrative leave and then separated from the program following a university review.
- Cobb served as running backs coach, assistant head coach and the program’s general manager, roles that covered coaching, recruiting, roster decisions and NIL management.
- University and athletics officials have refused to explain the cause of the separation and said they will not comment further while following policy.
- Local reporting said NCAA representatives were reported on campus this week but the athletics office declined to confirm or deny that visit.
- Cobb’s tenure included a strong 2024 rushing season and a sharp 2025 decline, and his exit could affect fall camp preparations, player management and recruiting as the program names a successor.