Fresno State Dominates San José State, Winning 41-14

Fresno State Dominates San José State, Winning 41-14

Fresno State secured a decisive victory over San José State with a final score of 41-14. The Bulldogs showcased a strong offensive performance and a defense that capitalized on key opportunities, ultimately overpowering the Spartans. This regular season contest saw Fresno State control much of the game, limiting San José State's scoring chances.

Key Individual Performances

E.J. Warner led the Fresno State offense, completing 15 of 20 passes for 138 yards and one touchdown. His performance was crucial in establishing the Bulldogs' passing game. For San José State, Xavier Ward struggled to find a rhythm, accumulating 94 passing yards on 8 completions. The Spartans' passing attack was further hampered by the limited production of Tama Amisone and Robert McDaniel.

On the ground, Fresno State's Elijah Gilliam was a force, rushing for 92 yards and two touchdowns on just nine carries. Brandon Ramirez contributed significantly with 47 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Johnathan Arceneaux added 47 rushing yards of his own. Steve Chavez-Soto led San José State's rushing attack with 50 yards on nine carries.

Josiah Freeman was the top receiver for Fresno State, catching six passes for 76 yards and a touchdown, becoming a key target for Warner. Danny Scudero led San José State's receiving corps with 57 yards on four receptions.

Defensively, Jordan Pollard of San José State stood out with an impressive 19 tackles, though his efforts were not enough to stem the tide. Gafa Faga added 11 tackles, and Isiah Revis recorded seven tackles for the Spartans.

Turning Points

The game saw several pivotal moments that swung the momentum in favor of Fresno State. In the 2nd quarter, a pass from E.J. Warner was intercepted by Jordan Pollard of San José State, who returned it for a 58-yard touchdown. Despite the Spartans' efforts, Fresno State's defense proved resilient. However, the Bulldogs' defense also stepped up. In the 3rd quarter, Fresno State's D. Lynch successfully kicked a 41-yard field goal, adding crucial points to their tally. Another 41-yard field goal by Lynch in the 2nd quarter further solidified the Bulldogs' lead.

Fresno State's offense continued to make strides. In the 4th quarter, a 39-yard run by Elijah Gilliam brought the Bulldogs deep into San José State territory, setting up a scoring opportunity. These key plays, combined with Fresno State's consistent offense, were instrumental in securing the win.

San José State's struggles were evident in the 2nd quarter when a pass from E. Warner resulted in a 5-yard loss. The Spartans also experienced a 1-yard loss on a run in the 1st quarter and a 1-yard loss in the 2nd quarter, hindering their offensive progress.

Looking Ahead

Fresno State's dominant performance against San José State demonstrated their offensive prowess. The Bulldogs will look to build on this victory and continue their strong play as they move forward in the season. San José State will need to regroup and address their offensive struggles to improve their performance in future games.