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San Jose State edges out Hawaii in close football contest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

San Jose State edges out Hawaii in close football contest

Summary

San Jose State defeated Hawaii 20-16 in a tightly contested football game on October 4, 2026. Despite Hawaii's Micah Alejado throwing for 338 yards and a touchdown, the Spartans' ground game and defense proved essential. SJSU ran the ball 34 times but managed only 78 yards. Defensive pressure resulted in key interceptions and three sacks on Alejado. This victory improves San Jose State's record to 3-2 overall and 1-0 in conference play, while Hawaii falls to 1-4 and 0-3 in conference competition. Coach Ken Niumatalolo highlighted the importance of running the football for success.

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By the Numbers

•San Jose State improves to 3-2 and 1-0 in Mountain West play.
•Hawaii drops to 1-4 overall and 0-3 in conference.
•Micah Alejado throws for 338 yards and a touchdown.
•SJSU's defense records three sacks and forces two interceptions.
•Spartans scored in all red zone opportunities, going 4-for-4.

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Hawaii’s run-and-shoot did what it does. Micah Alejado threw for 338 yards and found Dez Alves for a 58-yard touchdown that had Clarence T.C. Ching rocking. But in the end, San Jose State’s 20-16 win was accomplished the old-fashioned way. A scheme battle SJSU won in the trenches The Spartans ran 34 times for just […]
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