San Diego State Aztecs Face Wyoming Cowboys in Key Mountain West Matchup

San Diego, CA — The San Diego State Aztecs are set to host the Wyoming Cowboys at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday at 4 p.m. Pacific Time. This matchup marks the Aztecs’ first home game in nearly a month after traveling for several games. Currently, San Diego State holds a record of 6-1 (3-0 Mountain West), while Wyoming stands at 4-4 (2-2).

Temperatures at kickoff are expected to be around 74 degrees, cooling down into the mid-60s as the game progresses. San Diego State enters the game as a double-digit favorite. However, meetings between the Aztecs and Cowboys have historically been competitive, with recent matchups often being decided by narrow margins.

Adding to the intrigue, starting quarterback Jayden Denegal‘s status was listed as questionable in the availability report issued by the Mountain West. Denegal left last week’s game against Fresno State due to a stinger he sustained while running. If Denegal cannot play, backup Bert Emanuel Jr. will likely step in, known for his running capabilities.

Historically, games between these two teams have been intense battles. Since their first meeting in 1978, the all-time series has shown close scores, with San Diego State winning three straight encounters, including a nail-biting 27-24 victory over Wyoming just weeks ago.

The Aztecs have achieved a remarkable turnaround this season under head coach Sean Lewis, doubling their win total from last year during their five-game winning streak. Their defense, which has notched three shutouts this season, is a significant strength, leading the nation in that category.

Wyoming’s offense, however, has struggled this season, averaging only 21 points per game, ranked 111th among FBS teams. Quarterback Kaden Anderson will need to elevate his play to lead the Cowboys effectively against a stout SDSU defense.

Defensively, the Aztecs boast standout players, including cornerback Chris Johnson, who is noted for his impressive rankings and statistics this season. Johnson’s performance has been crucial to the team’s success, making him a key player to watch.

As the Aztecs gear up for this vital Mountain West contest, fans are looking forward to witnessing the growth of this program, which is aiming for its first undefeated conference record since 2016. Tickets are available for the game via Ticketmaster, starting at $45.