Week 16
Final
1959 Missouri Valley
UNT NMSU
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Cincinnati | 5 | 4 | .556 |
 Houston | 3 | 7 | .300 |
 North Texas | 9 | 2 | .818 |
 Tulsa | 5 | 5 | .500 |
Wichita State | 5 | 4 | .556 |
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Arizona | 4 | 6 | .400 |
 New Mexico State | 8 | 3 | .727 |
 UTEP | 3 | 7 | .300 |
West Texas A&M | 1 | 9 | .100 |
Hardin-Simmons | 3 | 7 | .300 |
 Arizona State | 10 | 1 | .909 |
Game Summary
The New Mexico State Aggies emerged victorious over the North Texas Mean Green, 28 to 8, in the Sun Bowl on December 31, 1959.