Fresno State recalls 2000 football showdown against San Jose State

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Fresno State recalls 2000 football showdown against San Jose State

Summary

Fresno State's football team faced San Jose State in a historic matchup 26 years ago, earning a bowl invitation to the same stadium a month later. The game remains significant in Fresno State's rivalry history, as discussed by Sports Director Scott Bemis on Bulldog Insider. The commentary reflects on the impact of the matchup on both teams and the excitement it generated among fans and players alike.

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Key Details

•Fresno State played San Jose State in a football game 26 years ago.
•The victory helped secure a bowl invitation for Fresno State.
•Scott Bemis discussed the game on Bulldog Insider.
•The matchup is a key moment in the Fresno State-San Jose State rivalry.

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What they're saying

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(KSEE/KGPE) – On Bulldog Insider Sunday night, Sports Director Scott Bemis looked back at a Fresno State football showdown with San Jose State 26 years ago that earned the Bulldogs a bowl invite to the same stadium a month later.
— Yahoo Sports

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