Aztecs Dominate Bears in 34-0 Victory
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Snapdragon Stadium
San Diego State Aztecs 34, California Golden Bears 0, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won California Golden Bears vs San Diego State Aztecs?
San Diego State Aztecs beat California Golden Bears 34-0 at Snapdragon Stadium on September 20, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the San Diego State Aztecs defeated the California Golden Bears 34-0 at Snapdragon Stadium. This victory not only marked a significant turnaround for the Aztecs but also highlighted the struggles faced by the Golden Bears in this matchup.
The Aztecs entered the game with a home record of 2-1 and a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, having lost their last match. They had been averaging 23.5 points scored and allowing 30.3 points per game. Their last five games had seen them score an average of 23.0 points while conceding 29.8 points. In contrast, the Golden Bears came into this fixture with a 3-1 away record and a stronger recent form of 6-4 in their last ten games, riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 27.9 points scored and 20.8 points allowed, with their last five games yielding an average of 25.2 points scored and 18.2 points allowed.
Historically, the Aztecs had struggled against the Golden Bears, with a record of 0-1 in their previous meetings. Their last encounter took place on September 15, 2024, where the Aztecs lost 10-31 while playing away. However, this time, they managed to turn the tables decisively.
In terms of home and away performance, the Aztecs had a home record of 2-3 and the Golden Bears had an away record of 2-2 prior to this game. The Aztecs' home advantage was on display as they executed their game plan effectively, leading to a shutout victory.
The injury picture for both teams was not detailed in the provided facts, but the Aztecs' dominant performance suggests they were able to field their best players. The game conditions were not specified either, but the Aztecs capitalized on their home field to secure a comprehensive win.
The betting market had priced the Aztecs with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of victory for the home team. This confidence was reflected in their performance as they controlled the game from start to finish.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Aztecs, who not only scored effectively but also managed to keep the Golden Bears from finding the end zone. This match showcased the Aztecs' potential to rebound from their previous struggles and set the stage for a promising season ahead.
Leaders
- Passing yardsJayden Denegal15/18, 186 YDS, 1 TDSan Diego State Aztecs
- Rushing yardsLucky Sutton12 CAR, 61 YDS, 1 TDSan Diego State Aztecs
- Receiving yardsJordan Napier9 REC, 151 YDS, 1 TDSan Diego State Aztecs
- Passing yardsJaron-Keawe Sagapolutele17/38, 208 YDS, 2 INTCalifornia Golden Bears
- Rushing yardsLJ Johnson Jr.10 CAR, 39 YDSCalifornia Golden Bears
- Receiving yardsTrond Grizzell4 REC, 91 YDSCalifornia Golden Bears
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 3-7Streak L123.5 scored · 30.3 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L13-36at Washington State CougarsSep 7
- W42-0vs Stony Brook SeawolvesAug 29
- L20-31vs Air Force FalconsDec 1
- L20-41at Utah State AggiesNov 23
- L20-41at UNLV RebelsNov 17
- L16-21vs New Mexico LobosNov 9
- L24-56at Boise State BroncosNov 2
- L26-29vs Washington State CougarsOct 27
- W27-24at Wyoming CowboysOct 12
- W27-24vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsOct 6
California Golden Bears
Last 10: 6-4Streak W327.9 scored · 20.8 allowed per game2-2 away
- W27-14vs Minnesota Golden GophersSep 14
- W35-3vs Texas Southern TigersSep 6
- W34-15at Oregon State BeaversAug 31
- L6-38at SMU MustangsNov 30
- W24-21vs Stanford CardinalNov 23
- L25-33vs Syracuse OrangeNov 16
- W46-36at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 9
- W44-7vs Oregon State BeaversOct 26
- L23-24vs NC State WolfpackOct 19
- L15-17at Pittsburgh PanthersOct 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| Boise State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Colorado State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Fresno State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oregon State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| San Diego State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Utah State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Washington State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | California Golden Bears | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 17 | 15 |
| Third downs | 6-17 | 3-11 |
| Fourth downs | 2-4 | 0-0 |
| Total yards | 289 | 321 |
| Net passing yards | 224 | 186 |
| Completions | 18/41 | 15/18 |
| Yards per pass | 5.5 | 10.3 |
| Rushing yards | 65 | 135 |
| Rushing attempts | 31 | 35 |
| Yards per rush | 2.1 | 3.9 |
| Penalties | 6-40 | 7-75 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 1 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 2 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 29:42 | 30:18 |
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours California Golden Bears.
Venue
- Snapdragon StadiumSan Diego, CA
- Attendance31369
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