Jayden Denegal News, Rumors, Updates - San Diego State Aztecs

Struggles vs. NIU Denegal was 13-for-20 passing for 110 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 6-3 victory against Northern Illinois. He also had nine rushes for 19 yards.

Impact It was a frustrating outing for Denegal, who threw his first two interceptions of the year as SDSU was ultimately limited to a pair of field goals in Saturday's defensive battle. Overall, the junior's completed 60.2 percent of his passes for 640 yards and three touchdowns through four games this season. Denegal and the Aztecs will open conference play next week at home against Colorado State.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plascencia's field goal as time expires gives San Diego State 6-3 win over Northern Illinois

Gabe Plascencia kicked a 25-yard field goal as time expired, giving San Diego State a 6-3 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads Aztecs in upset win Denegal was 15-for-18 passing for 189 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 34-0 victory against California.

Impact It was certainly an efficient performance from Denegal, who completed 83.3 percent of his passes. Through three games, the junior's thrown for 530 yards and three touchdowns without allowing a turnover. Denegal and the Aztecs will take on Northern Illinois on the road next week.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson's 97-yard pick-6 highlights Aztecs' 34-0 rout of previously undefeated Cal

Chris Johnson returned an interception 97 yards for a touchdown and Dwayne McDougle had a 35-yard fumble return for a score as San Diego State stunned previously undefeated Califor...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Falls to Washington State Denegal completed 15 of 30 passes for 133 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 36-13 defeat to Washington State. He also had eight rushes for -28 yards with one touchdown.

Impact It was a tough outing overall for Denegal and the Aztecs' offense, though the quarterback salvaged his day with an early 35-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter before adding a rushing score in the second half. San Diego State will head into a bye before taking on Cal in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington State squares off against San Diego State in Week 2

The Washington State Cougars play the San Diego State Aztecs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads Aztecs to opening win Denegal completed 13 of 25 passes for 208 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 42-0 victory over Stony Brook. He also had seven rushes for 12 yards.

Impact It was a solid debut for Denegal, highlighted by a 25-yard touchdown pass to Jacob Bostick late in the first quarter, though he wasn't asked to do much as the Aztecs relied heavily on the run game in a decisive victory. San Diego State will likely need Denegal to throw the ball more next week in a matchup with Washington State.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Diego State overcomes early scare for big win in season opener San Diego State got a big scare just four plays into the season opener when starting quarterback Jayden Denegal ran a keeper to his left and...

AUGUST 29, 2025 • SI.COM

Sutton, San Diego St. demolish Stony Brook in first-ever meeting between the schools

Lucky Sutton ran for two touchdown and Jayden Denegal threw for a score and San Diego State established control early and never let it go and beat Stony BrooK 42-0 in a season open...

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Michigan transfer Jayden Denegal named Aztecs' starting quarterback SDSU coach Sean Lewis informed the quarterbacks of the decision Tuesday evening

AUGUST 13, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Will start Week 1 Denegal will be the Aztecs' starting quarterback for their game against Stony Brook on Aug. 28, Pete Nakos of On3 reports.

Impact This spring, Denegal ran with the Aztecs' first-team offense, an omen of what was to come going into their 2025 season. Before the year began, he committed to San Diego and transferring from Michigan. While part of the Wolverines, Denegal attempted five passes, but they came with four completed passes and one touchdown.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could start under center Denegal has been observed running with the first-team offense during spring and could start under center for the 2025 season, Kirk Kenney of The San Diego Union Tribune reports.

Impact Denegal transferred in from Michigan after not getting any playing opportunities and with SDSU losing their starting quarterback, the job is up for grabs. The 6-foot-5 quarterback completed four of five passes for 50 yards and one interceptions across four appearances in 2023, the last time he stepped onto the field.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michigan QBs Alex Orji and Jayden Denegal Enter Transfer Portal After Challenging Season Denegal commits to SDSU while Orji seeks new opportunity after only three starts in 2024.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Commits to San Diego State Denegal has committed to San Diego State, Kirk Kenney of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Denegal did not play at all in 2024 and now has a new home with San Diego State. He should have a decent chance to start in 2025, however he has only thrown five passes through three collegiate seasons.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Ann Arbor Denegal has announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal.

Impact Denegal will depart from Michigan following the 2024-25 season. The 6-foot-5 junior quarter back tallied 50 passing yards (4-for-5), one touchdown and no interceptions during his time with the Wolverines, but he did not appear in any games this season.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Michigan Quarterback Jayden Denegal Shares Heartfelt Message As He Announces Portal Decision A Michigan Wolverines quarterback has made his decision on the transfer portal.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Who will be Michigan's next QB?: Breaking down 5 candidates

J.J. McCarthy is gone and Michigan hasn't added a single quarterback from the transfer portal. Who will lead the Wolverines next season?

MAY 9, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Who will be Michigan's next QB?: Breaking down 5 candidates

Michigan's Alex Orji embodies demeanor of starting QB; will it translate to wins?

There is a four-way QB competition in Ann Arbor to replace J.J. McCarthy. Following Saturday's spring game, it certainly feels likes Alex Or...

APRIL 21, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Michigan's Alex Orji embodies demeanor of starting QB; will it translate to wins?

Michigan spring football game: 3 storylines to watch

Michigan takes the field — for the first time since its national title — for its spring football game on Saturday. Here's what to know about...

APRIL 19, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

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