Aztecs Dominate Bears with Defensive Masterclass at Snapdragon Stadium

The San Diego State Aztecs improved their record to 2-1 with a commanding 34-0 victory over the California Golden Bears, who now stand at 3-1. The game, held at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, saw the Aztecs' defense shine brightly as they shut out the Bears.

First Quarter

The opening quarter was a defensive battle with neither team managing to score. The Aztecs and the Golden Bears both struggled to find offensive rhythm early on, setting the stage for what would become a one-sided affair.

Second Quarter

San Diego State found their stride in the second quarter. Jayden Denegal led an efficient passing attack, completing 15 of his 18 attempts for 189 yards and one touchdown. His longest pass of 80 yards was instrumental in breaking through Cal's defense. Meanwhile, Lucky Sutton added a rushing touchdown to extend SDSU's lead.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw continued dominance from SDSU's defense. August Salvati recorded two sacks while Dalesean Staley contributed an interception and forced fumble that were pivotal in maintaining pressure on Cal’s offense. Chris Johnson returned an interception for a touchdown, further demoralizing the visiting team.

Fourth Quarter

In the final quarter, Gabriel Plascencia capped off SDSU’s scoring with two successful field goals from distances of up to 41 yards. The Aztec Nation celebrated as their team maintained control until the final whistle sounded.

The San Diego State Aztecs post-match stats highlighted their defensive prowess: four sacks and two interceptions were key factors in keeping Cal scoreless throughout all four quarters.

Looking ahead, SDSU will face Northern Illinois Huskies on September 27th at Brigham Field at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb, IL. Fans can catch this matchup live on ESPN+ starting at 3:30 PM EDT.

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