San Jose State Spartans Narrowly Miss Victory in Fort Collins

In a closely contested match, the San Jose State Spartans faced off against the Colorado State Rams at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium, marking week 7 of the season. The Spartans entered the game with a 4-2 record, while the Rams held a 3-3 standing. Despite a hard-fought battle, San Jose State fell short with a final score of 24-31.

Game Highlights

The game was characterized by intense moments and pivotal plays from both teams. The San Jose State Spartans showcased their offensive capabilities by amassing a total of 448 yards, with significant contributions coming from their passing and rushing attacks. Quarterback Walker Eget led the passing game with impressive stats: completing 22 out of 30 attempts for 256 yards. However, an interception marred his otherwise stellar performance.

On the ground, Floyd Chalk IV stood out for the Spartans by rushing for 61 yards on ten attempts and scoring one touchdown, highlighting his crucial role in San Jose State's offensive strategy. The receiving corps was led by Nick Nash who caught seven passes for 94 yards and scored one touchdown.

The defense also had notable performances with DJ Harvey making impactful plays including one sack and recovering a fumble which he returned for an impressive touchdown. This defensive score was critical in keeping the Spartans competitive throughout the contest.

Penalties proved costly for San Jose State as they accumulated twelve penalties totaling 112 yards lost, affecting their momentum at key moments during the game.

Looking Ahead

As they move forward from this setback, San Jose State will host Wyoming Cowboys at CEFCU Stadium in San Jose on October 19th at 4:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on MW Network as both teams strive to secure another win in their season tally.