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Aztecs Secure First-Place Spot with Defensive Masterclass
16 Nov
Summary
- San Diego State defeats Boise State 17-7
- Jayden Denegal scores two rushing touchdowns
- San Diego State defense dominates the game
On November 12, 2025, San Diego State University's football team secured a crucial victory over Boise State in a Mountain West Conference showdown. The Aztecs defeated the Broncos by a score of 17-7, thanks to a dominant defensive performance and two rushing touchdowns from quarterback Jayden Denegal.
The game was a closely contested affair, with the score tied at 7-7 at halftime. However, Denegal's 8-yard touchdown run with just 70 seconds left in the second quarter gave the Aztecs a 14-7 lead heading into the break. In the second half, the San Diego State defense took over, holding Boise State scoreless and allowing only a 47-yard field goal by Gabriel Plascencia to seal the victory.
The win puts San Diego State (8-2, 5-1) in sole possession of first place in the Mountain West Conference with two games remaining. The Aztecs' defense was the key to the victory, limiting the Broncos' offense and allowing just 7 points. Running back Lucky Sutton also had a strong game for San Diego State, rushing for 150 yards on 25 carries.
