San Diego State Beats Washington State 26-20

San Diego State beat Washington State 26-20 in a rainy football game, handing the Cougars their sixth straight loss and keeping the Aztecs’ bowl hopes alive. Javion Kinnard rushed for 87 yards and two touchdowns, and Lucky Sutton added 115 yards; a fourth-and-goal trick play, with receiver Bert Emanuel Jr. throwing a touchdown pass to tight end Jackson Ford, gave San Diego State a late 26-14 lead. Washington State outgained the Aztecs, with Owen Eshelman recording 299 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns, but failed to convert key opportunities. The Cougars’ final drive ended near midfield after sacks, a penalty and incomplete passes. Washington State fell to 1-8 overall and 0-5 in conference play, while San Diego State improved to 4-5 and needs two wins in its final three games to become bowl-eligible.