The San Diego State Aztecs opened their fall camp on August 5, 2026, launching a 26‑practice regimen that will carry the program through the final weeks of summer and into the first games of the year. The camp, which includes a highly anticipated scrimmage on August 15 at Snapdragon Stadium, marks the first step toward the Aztecs’ inaugural season in the Pac‑12.
A Milestone Year for the Program
Coach Sean Lewis, who guided the team to a 9‑4 record last season, emphasized that the camp is as much about chemistry as it is about competition. With seven offensive starters returning — including senior quarterback Jayden Denegal and running back Lucky Sutton — the coaching staff believes the offense is poised to build on recent success.
Defensively, only three starters return: EDGE Brady Nassar, tackle Malachi Finau and linebacker Tano Letuli. The secondary will be completely reshaped after the graduation and transfer of several key corners, a challenge compounded by Dalesean Staley’s season‑ending knee injury.
The Aztecs will test their depth in the trenches, where the offensive line must identify three new starters and the defensive line must replace two veterans while also finding a new placekicker. These battles will be closely watched during the final week of camp, which ends on August 22 before the team shifts focus to game preparation.
The non‑conference slate features matchups against Portland State, UCLA, James Madison and Toledo before the Pac‑12 opener on October 3 against Texas State. Free admission and parking will be offered for the August 15 scrimmage, part of the ‘First Saturday at Snapdragon Stadium’ event.
With a blend of experienced talent and fresh faces, the Aztecs enter the season with high expectations. The blend of returning starters and new contributors sets the stage for a competitive debut in the Pac‑12, and fans will be eager to see how the team translates its preseason momentum into real‑time results.