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San Diego State Hosts Colorado State in Low-Total Mountain West Opener

Colorado State turns to Jackson Brousseau with Matt Mumme calling plays to confront an Aztecs defense allowing 9.8 points per game.

Chris Johnson #1 of the San Diego State Aztecs returns an interception for a touchdown during the second half of a game against the California Golden Bears at Snapdragon Stadium on September 20, 2025 in San Diego, California.
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Overview

  • Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET at Snapdragon Stadium on CBS Sports Network in both teams’ conference opener.
  • Oddsmakers list San Diego State around a 6-point favorite with a total near 40–41 points, signaling expectations for a defensive game.
  • The Aztecs enter 3-1 behind an elite scoring defense and are coming off a 6-3 win, with the offense still searching for rhythm under QB Jayden Denegal.
  • Colorado State is 1-3 after a 20-3 loss to Washington State and is expected to start sophomore quarterback Jackson Brousseau under new play-caller Matt Mumme.
  • Matchup metrics favor SDSU’s run game and top-tier red-zone efficiency against CSU’s porous run and red-zone defense, though a SportsLine expert leans Over on the total.