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Fresno State Picks Off San Jose State Five Times in 41-14 Rivalry Win

The rivalry's last Mountain West meeting capped an 8-4, bowl-bound season for the Bulldogs.

Overview

  • Fresno State's defense grabbed five interceptions, including two by Simeon Harris, pushing the unit to 19 picks on the season.
  • Kicker Dylan Lynch went 4-for-4 with makes from 33, 34 and twice from 41 yards, scoring in every quarter.
  • E.J. Warner started and went 15-of-20 for 138 yards and a touchdown as the Bulldogs also rushed for 259 yards, led by Elijah Gilliam's 92 yards and two scores.
  • San Jose State started true freshman Tama Amisone with Walker Eget injured, then rotated quarterbacks after Amisone was hurt, finishing 11-of-34 for 114 yards with five interceptions and no passing touchdowns.
  • Fresno State finished 8-4 (5-3 MW), retained the Valley trophy and awaits its bowl destination, while San Jose State closed at 3-9 (2-6 MW) in Ken Niumatalolo's second season.