Hawkins’ 96-yard KOR for TD, Cooper’s pick-6 help San Diego State beat Texas State 31-29
Jaylon Hawkins began the second half with a 96-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Cameron Cooper intercepted a pass and returned it for a six-yard touchdown. San Diego State, with 13 players missing due to a mumps outbreak, edged Texas State 31-29 in their inaugural Pac-12 Conference matchup. Freshman Josiah Lucas contributed with 111 yards rushing and two touchdowns.
Texas State, struggling without their top two rushing attackers, fell to 2-3. Brad Jackson completed 27 of 43 passes for 372 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions for Texas State. Beau Sparks had 10 receptions for 153 yards, including a 40-yard touchdown. Josh Hunter intercepted a pass and San Diego State trimmed Texas State's deficit to 24-22 with a safety.
Texas State will face Colorado State on October 15, while San Diego State plays Oregon State the following Saturday.
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