The Aztecs took to the practice field on Wednesday morning, marking the opening of their 2026 fall camp. The session, which stretched just over two hours, unfolded under a cloudy sky with temperatures hovering in the low‑to‑mid 70s, providing a comfortable backdrop for the first drills of the season.
Head coach Sean Lewis greeted his squad with a palpable sense of excitement, noting the energy that permeated the camp. He singled out the return of key offensive pieces — quarterback Jayden Denegal, running back Lucky Sutton, and wideouts Jacob Bostick, Donovan Brown and Jordan Napier — as a cornerstone for the team's chemistry heading into the new campaign.
Returning Starters Bring Experience
While the defense boasted top‑25 rankings in several metrics last year, including pass efficiency defense, red‑zone efficiency and turnover generation, the unit will be reshaped this spring. Only two defensive starters return, and the coaching staff is emphasizing adaptability to compensate for the loss of continuity.
The Aztecs finished the previous season at 9‑4, capping the year with a perfect 6‑0 record at home, the first undefeated home stretch since 1996. Their schedule features a slate of home games against Portland State, James Madison, Texas State, Fresno State, Washington State and Utah State, each presenting opportunities to extend that momentum.
To make attending games more accessible, SDSU announced discounted season tickets starting at $175 per game and a promotional “Family 4‑Pack” that bundles four tickets with parking for $76 at select matchups, aiming to broaden fan engagement.