Aztecs Open Pac-12 Era with 53–20 Rout, Inland Empire Standouts Make Impact

Ardie Crenshaw Action Captures MediaSAN DIEGO — San Diego State opened its Pac-12 era in emphatic fashion Saturday night, rolling past Portland State 53–20 at Snapdragon Stadium. The Aztecs’ record-setting performance was fueled by explosive special teams and contributions from several Inland Empire standouts.SDSU trailed 6–0 late in the first quarter before running back Javion Kinnard broke loose for a 55-yard run to the Portland State 10. Quarterback Jayden Denegal followed with a touchdown pass to Nathan Acevedo, putting the Aztecs ahead for good.Special teams then took over. Jelani McLaughlin of Murrieta blocked a punt that sent the ball toward the Vikings’ 5-yard
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