Fred Guidici returns to enhance San Jose State’s special teams unit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 7:01 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Fred Guidici returns to enhance San Jose State’s special teams unit

Summary

Fred Guidici has returned to San Jose State to improve the Spartans’ special teams ahead of the 2026 season. After a tough 2025 season where the team made only 52 percent of field goals, Guidici's experience is expected to bring stability. He previously helped the 2012 squad achieve a school record for kick-scoring points. The team struggled in the return game and allowed a kickoff return touchdown last season. Anticipation builds on whether Guidici can revitalize the unit amid significant challenges.

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Key Details

•San Jose State converted 12 of 23 field goals in 2025.
•Guidici has a long history with San Jose State, returning for a third tenure.
•The team struggled with return game performance last season.
•Guidici's previous teams set records for field goal efficiency.
•Trent Carrizosa had a standout punting season, averaging 45.6 yards.

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7:01 PMYahoo Sports — The kicking cure: Guidici returns to steady San Jose State’s special teams

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Chapter six of the weekly summer series on the Spartans’ position groups. This week we examine San Jose State’s special teams ahead of the 2026 season. Some numbers you can argue with. This one you can’t. San Jose State made 12 of 23 field goals in 2025. That’s 52 percent in a sport where anything […]
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