"A string of missed opportunities on its final two drives helped send San Jose State to its fourth one-score loss of the season Friday night in a 30-25 road defeat to Utah State. The Spartans (2-5, 1-2 Mountain West Conference) lost for the third time in their last four games when one drive ended on a failed fourth-and-1 play and their last, penalty-filled drive ended with Walker Eget's desperation pass from midfield falling incomplete."
"The Spartans didn't enter the contest in optimal position with both NCAA-leading receiver Danny Scudero and quarterback Eget questionable to play. Eget put up some solid numbers, completing 27 of 49 passes for 340 yards and two touchdown passes. However, Scudero, who came into the game leading the country with 50 receptions, 845 yards receiving and eight touchdowns, was held to six catches for 25 yards."
"With Utah State leading 27-25 with less than four minutes to go, San Jose State faced fourth-and-1 on their own 47. However, running back Steve Chavez-Soto, who had a game-high 102 yards on 11 carries, was stuffed for no gain. San Jose State's defense was able to hold Utah State to a field goal - Rinker hit from 44 yards just four minutes after nailing a 45-yarder - and the Spartans had one more chance trailing 30-25 with 1:53 left in the game."
San Jose State fell 30-25 at Utah State after failing to convert critical plays on its final two drives. Utah State used two late field goals from Tanner Rinker and a touchdown pass and rushing score by quarterback Bryson Barnes to secure the win. Walker Eget completed 27 of 49 passes for 340 yards and two touchdowns despite being questionable pregame. Danny Scudero was limited to six receptions for 25 yards, while Leland Smith had a career-high 116 yards and a 45-yard touchdown. Running backs Lamar Radcliffe and Steve Chavez-Soto combined for 176 rushing yards. Penalties and a failed fourth-and-1 sealed the outcome.
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