Bert Emanuel Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - San Diego State Aztecs

Quiet in start Emanuel completed 4 of 7 passes for 37 yards during Saturday's 49-47 loss against North Texas. He also had 11 rushes for 170 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Emanuel got the start for the Aztecs, but only threw seven passes. He did, however, run wild in the narrow loss to North Texas, with 170 yards and two scores on 11 carries. Meanwhile, it was Kyle Crum who handled the passing for San Diego State, and he completed 14-of-29 passes for 169 yards and a score. Emanuel was hardly involved in his first year with San Diego State, and he'll have one season of eligibility remaining.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Will start in bowl game Saturday Emanuel (undisclosed) will start in the New Mexico Bowl against North Texas on Saturday, Kirk Kenney of The Press-Enterprise.

Impact Emanuel will get the nod under center after Jayden Denegal (shoulder) was ruled out following surgery. Emanuel, a junior signal-caller, appeared in 10 games for the Aztecs in 2025, completing five of nine passes for 27 yards and adding 21 rushes for 104 yards.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 14 Emanuel (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game at New Mexico.

Impact Even if Jayden Denegal statistically slips up or suffers an injury, Emanuel will not be able to take advantage of the situation because of his own issue. Without him available, Kyle Crum is expected to be San Diego State's backup quarterback at New Mexico.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quick hits from Aztecs' scrimmage — no missed tackles, a long TD, a pick six, a scholarship earned Some quick hits following San Diego State’s FanFest scrimmage Thursday night at Snapdragon Stadium: • Starting quarterback Jayden Denegal an...

AUGUST 15, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Aztecs add 6 more transfers, including Central Michigan QB Bert Emanuel Jr. San Diego State has received a commitment from Central Michigan quarterback Bert Emanuel Jr.,

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Committing to SDSU Emanuel has committed to play for San Diego State for the 2025 season, per Sam Spiegelman of Rivals.com.

Impact Emanuel weill join the Aztecs following three years with Central Michigan. The redshirt sophomore quarterback appeared in just three games for the Chippewas in 2024, completing four of six passes for 99 yards and a pair of touchdowns while running for 128 yards and a score on the ground as well. He will retain two years of eligibility for the Aztecs moving forward.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plans to enter portal Emanuel plans to enter the transfer portal, On3.com reports.

Impact Emanuel has also been dealing with a leg injury that appeared likely to keep him out for the remainder of the year regardless. Now, the redshirt sophomore will look for a new home after appearing in three games this fall, completing 4-of-6 passes for 99 yards and two touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Broncos Emanuel (leg) won't be available for Central Michigan against Western Michigan.

Impact As the Chippewas' third-string quarterback, Emanuel wasn't likely to see any snaps regardless. Still, Central Michigan will be a little more thin at the quarterback room Tuesday night.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to return this season Emanuel (leg) is doubtful to return this season and will likely be listed week-to-week, SB Nation reports.

Impact Emmanuel hurt his leg against Eastern Michigan this past week, and he's now unlikely to return this season. His absence moving forward should put Tyler Jefferson under center as Central Michigan matches up against Bowling Green on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Miami (OH) Emanuel (leg) won't be available for Central Michigan when it takes on Miami (OH), per the MAC injury report.

Impact Emanuel played well last week against Eastern Michigan before getting carted off the field with a leg injury. Given the severity of that injury, it's unsurprising that the quarterback ins't available this week.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid day before injury Emanuel (leg) was 3-for-4 passing for 92 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 38-34 loss to Eastern Michigan. He also had 15 rushes for 63 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Emanuel was eventually carted off the field with a leg injury, but he logged an impressive day before his eventual demise. The 6-foot-3 quarterback's injury looks to be pretty serious, paving way for Tyler Jefferson to be the starter in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Carted off field Emmanuel (leg) was carted off the field, per SB Nation.

Impact Emanuel was initially reported to have been escorted off the field without being able to put any weight on his right leg. Especially given the second part of that report, it's no surprise the quarterback eventually needed to be carted off the field. Emanuel is now effectively out for the rest of the game.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Escorted off field Emanuel (leg) was escorted off the field and reportedly can't put any weight on his right leg, per SB Nation.

Impact Emanuel was off to a hot start, having completed 3-of-4 passes for 92 yards and a touchdown prior to leaving the game. It doesn't look like the quarterback will be able to return, but he has yet to be officially ruled out of the contest.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Emanuel (undisclosed) is good to go for Central Michigan's tilt with Eastern Michigan.

Impact Emaunel was deemed probable earlier in the week, so this comes as little surprise. The quarterback will be available as Tyler Jefferson's backup.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back at practice this week Emanuel (undisclosed) is expected to return to the practice field ahead of Saturday's game against Eastern Michigan, SB Nation reports.

Impact Emanuel, who was a late scratch ahead of last week's 27-25 loss against Ohio, is expected to be active at practice later this week. The 6-foot-3 redshirt sophomore is slated to be the Chippewas' primary backup option behind Tyler Jefferson following the news of Joe Labas' season-ending injury. Emanuel has seen the field eight times across Central Michigan's last two seasons, throwing for 293 yards (20-of-39), four touchdowns and three interceptions, adding on 63 carries for 285 yards and four touchdowns.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rushing machine in close win Emanuel completed 1 of 1 passes for seven yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 37-34 victory versus Ball State. He also had seven rushes for 33 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Emanuel was brought in a lot to put up carries, and he was efficient as he found two touchdowns on the ground throughout the matchup. The 6-foot-3 quarterback didn't appear to be much of a passer except for his goal-line dish, but he does look to be a playmaker that could be relied on heavily in the coming weeks with Central Michigan's run attack.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Emanuel is off the injury report ahead of Saturday's game versus Ball State.

Impact Emanuel is finally off the injury report and is healthy heading into Saturday's conference game. He will likely serve as Joe Labas' backup now that he's healthy.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Illinois Emanuel (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's 30-9 loss at Illinois.

Impact Emanuel was listed as questionable heading into the game but ultimately did not see the field. Him not getting on the field could have just been due to his place on the depth chart. His next chance to play is this Saturday versus Ball State.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Emanuel (undisclosed) is listed as questionable prior to Saturday's matchup with Illinois.

Impact Emanuel missed the first two games this season with an undisclosed injury. If he can't suit up Saturday, Tyler Jefferson would assume backup duties behind Joe Labas again against Illinois.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains off depth chart Emanuel (undisclosed) is off the depth chart for Saturday's game against Illinois.

Impact Emanuel is trending towards another missed game with Joe Labas heading the QB spot of the depth chart, with Tyler Jefferson and Jadyn Glasser tailing. Even if Emanuel is able to play, he will likely not see the field as Labas has taken the reigns.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Saturday Emanuel (undisclosed) won't be available Saturday against FIU.

Impact It'll be the second straight game Emanuel's missed to open the season. Tyler Jefferson figures to back up Joe Labas in Emanuel's absence.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out in Week 1 Emanuel (undisclosed) won't play in Central Michigan's opener against Central Connecticut.

Impact Emanuel won't be available for the Chippewas in their opener. His next chance to play will come in Week 2 against Florida International.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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