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San Diego State shows defensive potential in stadium scrimmage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

San Diego State shows defensive potential in stadium scrimmage

Summary

The San Diego State Aztecs showcased their defensive skills during a stadium scrimmage at Snapdragon Stadium on August 15, 2026. The defense excelled with a pick-six and a total of nine sacks, indicating strong potential for the upcoming season as they transition to the PAC-12. New defensive coordinator Demetrius Sumler, who has been with the program for ten years, aims to continue the defensive success from last season, when they allowed only 15.4 points per game. Coach Sean Lewis emphasized maintaining a strong work ethic as the team prepares for the season opener against Portland State on September 5.

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•SDSU recorded a pick-six and nine sacks during the scrimmage.
•New coordinator Demetrius Sumler aims to maintain defensive success.
•SDSU finished last season allowing only 15.4 points per game.
•The Aztecs will open their season against Portland State on September 5.
•Key defensive players from last season have departed, adding pressure to the new unit.

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6:00 PMYahoo Sports — After Successful Stadium Scrimmage, Can SDSU’s Defense return to last season’s heights?

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Losing your defensive coordinator as you head into a new conference is not a recipe most programs tend to look for in the gridiron cookbook. But after a successful Saturday practice, it looks like the San Diego State Aztecs could still bring the heat in the defensive kitchen this fall. In “First Saturday” at Snapdragon […]
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