Bulldogs and Hornets Ready to Buzz into Action at Valley Children's Stadium
As the Fresno State Bulldogs prepare to host the Sacramento State Hornets this Saturday, fans are gearing up for what promises to be an electrifying game at Valley Children's Stadium. The Bulldogs, coming off a challenging start to their season with a loss against the Michigan Wolverines, are looking to rebound and showcase their strengths on home turf.
In their previous outing, the Bulldogs were outscored 30-10 by the Wolverines in a game that highlighted areas for improvement. Despite the loss, there were notable performances that Fresno State will look to build upon. The defense managed one sack and four tackles for loss among 59 combined tackles, showing glimpses of resilience that could prove crucial against Sacramento State.
The special teams also had moments of promise; Dylan Lynch successfully converted a field goal from 41 yards out, demonstrating reliability in scoring opportunities. However, with an average net punting yardage of just over 34 yards on seven attempts and only managing two third-down conversions out of eleven attempts (18 percent), it's clear that enhancing offensive consistency will be key for Fresno State moving forward.
Quarterback Mikey Keene completed 61 percent of his passes for 235 yards but was intercepted twice. His connection with wide receiver Jalen Moss — who racked up 97 receiving yards — will be vital as they seek to exploit the Hornets' defense. Additionally, improving ground game efficiency after averaging only one yard per carry is essential for a more balanced offensive attack.
The Bulldogs' defense showed potential despite facing a tough Michigan offense. With one interception returned for 33 yards by Cam Lockridge and solid tackling from Camryn Bracha leading with ten combined tackles including one tackle for loss, there’s talent on this side of the ball capable of making impactful plays.
Looking ahead to Saturday’s matchup against Sacramento State Hornets at Valley Children's Stadium in Fresno, CA scheduled at 10:00 PM ET broadcasted on MW Network; fans can expect Fresno State Bulldogs to leverage their home advantage fully. Adjustments made during practice this week focusing on offensive efficiency and defensive pressure could very well dictate the pace against Sacramento State as both teams vie for victory under the lights in what is anticipated as an engaging contest filled with strategic gameplay and individual brilliance.