San Jose State struggles against Fresno State in rivalry matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

On September 19, 2026, San Jose State faced Fresno State, with the game marked by turnovers and penalties. San Jose State's quarterback Luke Weaver threw four interceptions, which contributed to their struggles. While the defense held Fresno State to 354 total yards and forced a missed field goal, they were unable to capitalize on offensive opportunities, including a nullified 66-yard touchdown run. Fresno State deployed discipline learned from previous matchups and won 26-10, as San Jose State now prepares for a bye week before facing Hawaii in conference play.
- •Luke Weaver threw four interceptions for San Jose State.
- •The defense held Fresno State to 354 total yards.
- •A 66-yard touchdown by Jabari Bates was nullified.
- •Fresno State won despite committing 10 penalties.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — As portal transfers blur the lines, Spartans beat themselves in rivalry game
"Somewhere on Fresno State’s sideline Saturday night sat a guy who used to wear Spartan blue. Jairus Satele spent two years at San Jose State before hopping into the transfer portal to the school his father once played defensive line for. Satele told 247Sports back in 2024 that the move was “basically like a tribute” […]
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