Washington State Dominates San Diego State 36-13
Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:15 PM ET · Martin Stadium
Washington State Cougars 36, San Diego State Aztecs 13, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won San Diego State Aztecs vs Washington State Cougars?
Washington State Cougars beat San Diego State Aztecs 36-13 at Martin Stadium on September 6, 2025.
In an impressive display at Martin Stadium, the Washington State Cougars secured a decisive victory over the San Diego State Aztecs, finishing the game with a score of 36-13. This win marks Washington State's third consecutive victory against San Diego State, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 over the past two seasons.
Washington State entered the game with a home record of 2-0 this season and a recent form that included a 4-6 record over their last ten games. They had been on a one-game winning streak, averaging 21.0 points scored per game while allowing 21.9 points. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 23.0 points scored and only 10.4 points allowed. The Cougars had previously defeated the Oregon State Beavers 32-8 in their last outing, showcasing their ability to perform well at home.
In contrast, San Diego State came into the matchup with an away record of 1-1 and a mixed recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games. Despite their overall success, they were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the New Mexico Lobos 17-23 in their latest contest. The Aztecs averaged 24.1 points scored per game while allowing just 11.5 points over their last ten games, indicating a strong defensive performance this season.
Historically, the Cougars have had the upper hand against the Aztecs, winning both of their recent meetings. In their last encounter on September 7, 2025, Washington State triumphed with a score of 36-13, while in the previous season, they edged out San Diego State 29-26. This consistency against the Aztecs likely contributed to their confidence heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the status of key players can often influence the outcome of such fixtures. Both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups to secure a vital win.
The betting market had priced Washington State as the clear favorites for this matchup, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting strong confidence in their ability to perform at home against San Diego State.
Conditions at Martin Stadium appeared favorable for the game, providing a solid backdrop for both teams. Fans witnessed a strong performance from Washington State, who capitalized on their home advantage and executed their game plan effectively.
Viewers should have noted Washington State's effective offensive strategy, which allowed them to score consistently throughout the game. The Cougars' ability to limit San Diego State's scoring opportunities was also a key factor in their victory, as they maintained control of the game from start to finish. Overall, this matchup highlighted Washington State's strength at home and their successful recent history against the Aztecs.
Leaders
- Passing yardsJaxon Potter28/42, 257 YDS, 3 TDWashington State Cougars
- Rushing yardsKirby Vorhees13 CAR, 67 YDSWashington State Cougars
- Receiving yardsJoshua Meredith8 REC, 88 YDSWashington State Cougars
- Passing yardsJayden Denegal15/30, 133 YDS, 1 TDSan Diego State Aztecs
- Rushing yardsLucky Sutton15 CAR, 88 YDSSan Diego State Aztecs
- Receiving yardsJordan Napier7 REC, 69 YDSSan Diego State Aztecs
Recent form
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 4-6Streak W121 scored · 21.9 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W32-8vs Oregon State BeaversNov 29
- L20-24at James Madison DukesNov 22
- W28-3vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 16
- L7-10at Oregon State BeaversNov 1
- W28-7vs Toledo RocketsOct 25
- L20-22at Virginia CavaliersOct 18
- L21-24at Ole Miss RebelsOct 11
- W20-3at Colorado State RamsSep 27
- L24-59vs Washington HuskiesSep 20
- L10-59at North Texas Mean GreenSep 13
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 8-2Streak L124.1 scored · 11.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- L17-23at New Mexico LobosNov 28
- W25-3vs San José State SpartansNov 23
- W17-7vs Boise State BroncosNov 16
- L6-38at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 9
- W24-7vs Wyoming CowboysNov 1
- W23-0at Fresno State BulldogsOct 25
- W44-10at Nevada Wolf PackOct 12
- W45-24vs Colorado State RamsOct 4
- W6-3at Northern Illinois HuskiesSep 27
- W34-0vs California Golden BearsSep 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | San Diego State Aztecs | Washington State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 10 | 19 |
| Third downs | 2-13 | 5-18 |
| Fourth downs | 1-4 | 2-3 |
| Total yards | 215 | 396 |
| Net passing yards | 133 | 257 |
| Completions | 15/30 | 28/42 |
| Yards per pass | 4.4 | 6.1 |
| Rushing yards | 82 | 139 |
| Rushing attempts | 30 | 36 |
| Yards per rush | 2.7 | 3.9 |
| Penalties | 6-38 | 8-55 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 24:54 | 35:06 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington State Cougars, below favours San Diego State Aztecs.
Venue
- Martin StadiumPullman, WA
- Attendance24330
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