San Diego State Football Secures Bowl Spot with Impressive Win

San Diego State University’s football team has officially qualified for a bowl game for the first time since 2022. The Aztecs achieved this milestone with a decisive 23-0 victory against Fresno State last Saturday, securing their sixth win of the season. With a current record of 6-1 and a perfect 3-0 in the Mountain West Conference, the resurgent Aztecs have demonstrated a remarkable turnaround under the leadership of head coach Sean Lewis.

As bowl projections continue to circulate, various outlets have offered differing predictions for San Diego State’s postseason destination. Notably, CBS Sports maintains its forecast of the Aztecs competing in the Los Angeles Bowl against former Pac-12 member Washington. This matchup would take place at SoFi Stadium, offering an accessible outing for San Diego State fans.

Upcoming Challenges and Competitors

San Diego State’s next significant challenge comes on November 15, when they host Boise State at Snapdragon Stadium. The Broncos, who currently share a perfect 4-0 conference record, are also eyeing a bowl berth. As both teams prepare for their upcoming games, Boise State will face Fresno State, while the Aztecs take on Wyoming for their Homecoming. Following these matchups, Boise State will enjoy a bye week before traveling to San Diego.

The Aztecs have made impressive strides this season, doubling their win total from last year, when they finished with a disappointing overall record of 3-9. Their struggles in the previous season culminated in missing the postseason, marking the first time since 2010 that San Diego State did not participate in a bowl game.

Projected Bowl Matchups

The landscape of bowl matchups is continually evolving, with several predictions emerging for San Diego State’s postseason appearance. Key forecasts include:

– **Los Angeles Bowl** on December 13, 2023**: San Diego State vs. Washington
– **Frisco Bowl** on December 23, 2023**: San Diego State vs. Washington State. This projection is a rematch from earlier in the season, where the Cougars triumphed over the Aztecs.
– **Famous Idaho Potato Bowl** on December 22, 2023**: Potential matchups include San Diego State facing Ohio or Central Michigan, with both teams from the Mid-American Conference.
– **First Responder Bowl** on December 24, 2023**: A projected matchup against Miami (Ohio), marking a first-time bowl encounter.