Sun Nov 23 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Fresno State Eyes Conference Championship Berth Against Utah State

Fresno, CA – The Fresno State Bulldogs (7-3, 4-2 Mountain West) will host the Utah State Aggies (5-5) Saturday night in a crucial Mountain West Conference showdown. Fresno State is looking to continue its late-season surge and secure a spot in the conference championship game, while Utah State needs a win to achieve bowl eligibility.

The Bulldogs are coming off back-to-back wins, including a dominant 24-3 victory over Wyoming last week. Fresno State’s ground game powered the victory, racking up a season-high 216 rushing yards, led by Rayshon Luke’s 92 yards. Quarterback Carson Conklin contributed with a touchdown pass to Josiah Freeman, while the defense stifled Wyoming, limiting them to just 194 total yards and forcing an interception by Al’zillion Hamilton.

Utah State, on the other hand, is looking to rebound from a heartbreaking 29-26 double-overtime loss to UNLV. Quarterback Bryson Barnes had a standout performance, throwing for 256 yards and a touchdown while also rushing for 124 yards and another score. Braden Pegan was his top target, hauling in eight receptions for 109 yards. Despite Barnes’ efforts, the Aggies couldn’t hold off UNLV in the end.

The stakes are high for Fresno State. To reach the Mountain West Championship, they must win their remaining games, contingent on Boise State also winning out. History is on their side, as the Bulldogs have won the last two meetings against Utah State, including a 37-32 victory in 2023. They also lead the all-time series 19-13-1.

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