Washington State Cougars Roar Past San Diego State Aztecs with Dominant Display at Gesa Field

The Washington State Cougars improved their record to 2-0 with a commanding 36-13 victory over the San Diego State Aztecs, who now stand at 1-1. The game, held at Gesa Field in Pullman, saw the home team capitalize on both offensive and defensive strengths to secure the win.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set an even tone as both teams scored a touchdown each. The Cougs' quarterback Jaxon Potter showcased his precision early on, completing passes that led to an equalizing touchdown after SDSU's initial score. Potter's performance was pivotal throughout the game as he completed 28 out of 42 passes for a total of 257 yards and three touchdowns.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Wazzu began to pull away thanks to their relentless defense and strategic plays. Isaac Terrell made significant contributions with one-and-a-half sacks and two quarterback hits, disrupting SDSU's offensive rhythm. Meanwhile, kicker Jack Stevens added six points through two field goals from beyond forty yards each.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw continued dominance from Washington State as they extended their lead further. Trey Leckner emerged as a key player by catching two touchdown passes from Potter. On defense, Max Baloun added pressure with one sack contributing to WSU’s total of three sacks in the game.

Fourth Quarter

As the final quarter unfolded, WSU maintained control while adding another seven points courtesy of Julian Dugger’s rushing touchdown. The Aztecs struggled against Wazzu’s defense which allowed only six points in this period despite multiple attempts by SDSU to close the gap.

Overall, this Washington State Cougars vs San Diego State Aztecs match summary highlights how effective teamwork and individual brilliance led WSU to triumph over their opponents convincingly.

Looking ahead for fans eager for more action: The next challenge awaits when Washington State travels southward for an encounter against North Texas Mean Green scheduled on September 13th at DATCU Stadium in Denton; catch it live via ESPNU starting at 3:30 PM EDT!

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