Utah State secured a 31-14 victory over Colorado State on October 30, fueled by a dominant defensive performance in the first half. McCae Hillstead contributed significantly to the win, throwing for one touchdown and running for another.
The Aggies established an early lead, entering halftime with a 17-0 advantage. This scoring surge included rushing touchdowns from Nehemiah Washington on a 31-yard run and Hillstead on an 18-yard run. During that first half, the Colorado State Rams were limited to 67 total yards, including minus-5 yards on the ground, and managed only three snaps across midfield.
Utah State's offense recorded 464 total yards, with Hillstead accounting for 173 passing yards and 79 rushing yards. The team also completed a 73-yard drive that ended in a 7-yard touchdown pass from Hillstead to Kaina Watson. The Aggies controlled the game tempo, holding the ball for 36 minutes.
Colorado State responded with a 10-play, 75-yard drive capped by a 6-yard run from Durell Robinson. Javen Jacobs added a 12-yard rushing touchdown for the Aggies. The Rams later finished the game with a 21-yard touchdown pass from Hauss Hejny to Cedric Ross following a 73-yard drive. Colorado State finished with 263 total yards, including 186 passing yards from Hejny and 66 rushing yards from Robinson, while also losing two fumbles.
With the win, Utah State moved to a 4-5 record and 3-2 in the Pac 12. Colorado State moved to a 3-6 record and 1-4.
Utah State is scheduled to host Fresno State at home for its next game.
