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Wyoming Cowboys Narrowly Miss Victory Against San Diego State Aztecs in a Nail-Biter

In a closely contested match that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Wyoming Cowboys faced off against the San Diego State Aztecs at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Despite a valiant effort, the Cowboys fell short with a final score of 24-27, moving their season record to 1-5. The Aztecs improved their standing to 3-3 following this victory.


Sep 30, 2023; Laramie, Wyoming, USA; Wyoming Cowboys linebacker Easton Gibbs (28) looks to pick up a loose ball against the New Mexico Lobos during the third quarter at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-USA TODAY Sports

Game Highlights


The game was characterized by intense moments and strategic plays from both teams. The Wyoming Cowboys showcased their offensive capabilities with quarterback Evan Svoboda throwing for 181 yards, including a spectacular 70-yard touchdown pass that stood out as one of the game's highlights. Svoboda also contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 55 yards and scoring once, demonstrating his dual-threat capability.


On defense, Sabastian Harsh made his presence felt by recording one sack and four tackles for loss among his six combined tackles, putting pressure on the Aztecs' offense throughout the game. Special teams also played a crucial role in keeping the game competitive; punter Jack Culbreath averaged over 38 net yards across seven attempts, pinning down San Diego State within their own 20-yard line three times.


The Cowboys' rushing attack was another bright spot with Sam Scott leading with an impressive performance of 94 rushing yards on twenty carries and securing one touchdown. This multifaceted offensive approach kept the Aztecs' defense guessing but ultimately wasn't enough to secure a win.


Looking Ahead


Despite this setback, there were positive takeaways for Wyoming in terms of individual performances and team resilience against a tough opponent. As they prepare for their next challenge away from home against San Jose State Spartans at CEFCU Stadium in San Jose on October 19th at 4:00 PM EDT, fans can catch all the action live on MW Network.


This upcoming game presents an opportunity for Wyoming to regroup and build upon their strengths as they aim to improve their record in what promises to be an exciting matchup against another conference rival.

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