Repeat performance: Atkinson again throws 5 TD passes in Oregon State's rout of San Diego State
(AP) — Braden Atkinson threw for 409 yards and tied his career high with five touchdown passes and Oregon State beat San Diego State 66-14 on Saturday.It's the second-straight week Atkinson's thrown for five scores.
Braden Atkinson threw for 409 yards, tying his career high with five touchdown passes as Oregon State thrashed San Diego State 66-14 in Oregon on Saturday. This marks the second consecutive week Atkinson has thrown for five scores, having done so previously in a 56-26 victory over Colorado State. Atkinson played only three quarters against San Diego State.
Leading the nation with 21 passing touchdowns this season, Atkinson's performance was instrumental in Oregon State's dominance. Jesse Legree capitalized on Atkinson's five-TD day, catching three scoring passes of 11, 71, and 31 yards, totaling 191 receiving yards and 10 catches. Oregon State's lead reached 38-7 at halftime. Malik Murphy stepped up in the fourth quarter, completing 8-of-8 passes for 53 yards and a touchdown.
Jayden Denegal for San Diego State struggled, going 9 for 27 for 91 yards. Atkinson previously achieved this feat against Samford in 2025 and against VMI earlier in the season. Oregon State will face Fresno State next Saturday, while Oregon State will face Washington State next Saturday.
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