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Beavers 26, Aztecs 9

Posted: September 19, 2023 in Uncategorized
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Another ugly loss? I say no. The defense was much improved as compared to their UCLA performance (now that was bad). Plenty of chances to fold, but no. Two fourth quarter interceptions (Cedarious Barfield and Noah Tumblin) presented the Aztec offense with opportunity . . . not seized, but who can blame the defense? All game long the Aztec defense allowed the Aztec offense to hang around.

The SDSU offense for consecutive games registered significantly more time with the ball (33:21) than the opponent (26:39). Yet, only 9 points was scored. Candidly, Joshua Nicholson must stop dropping passes. Mr. Nicholson is a drive killer. Brionne Penny finally arrived with a line of 6/77. The Aztec running game was stuffed . . . again (2.1 yards per carry). Offensive coordinator Ryan Lindley used a fullback for the first time this year. May I introduce Leo Kemp. Mr. Kemp is a freshman and looked the part, but eventually caught up with the game flow. The Beavers front seven dominated the SDSU offensive line. Our front five resembled the offspring of Swiss cheese and a colander. Most of the Beavers ran into and through the Aztec backfield. Jalen Mayden was sacked 4 (!) times in the first half and twice more in the second half. Boo. Offensive line coach Mike Goff is now suspect in coaching ability and result. Mr. Goff may be this year’s Jeff Hecklinski.

Jack Browning’s atypical day of 1/3 did not lend confidence. Missing from 48 and 49 yards (he made a 52 yard attempt) is simply not Jack Browning approved.

On one hand, still a lot to fix. On the other, at least the defense held fast less a few big plays.

Go Aztecs.

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SDSU 48, Towson 21

Posted: September 26, 2021 in Uncategorized
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An old fashion butt kicking featuring a total of 64 Aztecs on the field as the game progressed.

As you know, the game was not televised, thus I was enjoying the quality radio work of Ted Leitner, aka, Uncle Teddy. He is as entertaining, knowledgeable and self-deprecating as ever.

Back to the game. 450 total yards for the Aztec offense. 24 first downs (double Towson’s number). 8/15 on third down. 5/6 in the almighty red zone. A commanding 38:10 of football possession.

Matt Araiza averaged 65.7 yards per punt. Carson sits 39 feet above sea level. What will he average at Air Force? 75 yards per punt?

Brionne Penny had 4 catches for 55 yards. Will Haskell played the last half of the fourth quarter. Uncle Teddy painted a complimentary description of Mr. Haskell’s play. Mekhi Shaw started at one of the wide receiver spots. New faces to remember 2022 forward.

Once Greg Bell left the game, running back by committee took hold. Chance Bell (7/79), Kaegun Williams (10/76), Jordan Byrd (7/79) and Jaylon Armstead (13/44 all straight up the gut) provided the bulk of the offense. Mr. Armstead was christened “Chugga-Chugga” by Uncle Teddy during the radio broadcast.

Lucas Johnson was a serviceable 16/25 and 149 yards with a td. We will not discuss his interception.

The Aztec defense was not as active as the first three games, yet they held the Tigers to 228 total yards. 15, and only 15, of those yards were rushing yards. The Tigers averaged less than a yard per carry. Well done, Aztec defense.

Next week is an off week. Perfect timing for Greg Bell, Andrew Aleki, Jordon Brookshire and Tayler Hawkins to get well. New Mexico visits to begin MWC play October 9. Rocky Long returns. Should be fun. I wonder if defensive coordinator Kurt Mattix will present Rocky with a gift?

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