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Weaver to Clark Connection Nets 2TDs and San Jose St. Fends Off Cal Poly Upset Bid in 30-20 Win
Luke Weaver threw three touchdown passes and Jabari Bates ran for 163 yards as the Spartans improved to 2-1.
Quarterback Luke Weaver threw three touchdowns, including two to receiver Carson Clark, as San Jose State pulled away in the fourth quarter to defeat FCS-member Cal Poly 30-20 on Saturday night at CEFCU Stadium.
After Weaver fumbled on the opening drive, San Jose State overcame an early deficit when Cal Poly scored first in the second quarter. The Spartans had scored no points in the first quarter for the third consecutive game.
Running back Jabari Bates rushed for a career-high 163 yards on 27 carries, powering the ground attack. Kicker Trajan Sinatra finished 3 of 5 in field goals, including a 40-yard kick that broke a 20-all tie.
The Spartans' defense held the Mustangs to 98 yards in 21 plays, forcing two late interceptions and a turnover on downs. San Jose State secured its seventh consecutive victory against FCS competition.
Next week, San Jose State hosts Fresno State for the Battle of the Valley at 8 p.m. Saturday, while Cal Poly prepares to host San Diego in its home opener.