California vs. San Diego State Picks and Prediction, September 20, 2025

By: Thomas Pemberton Published 09/14/2025, 09:55 PM ET

The San Diego State Aztecs welcome in the undefeated California Golden Bears this Saturday night. California dominated this matchup last season when they won 31-10. The Golden Bears are a -11.5 favorite and the total is set at 49.5. Don't miss any of our expert's free college football free picks.

San Diego State Aztecs Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs head into this weekend with a 1-1 record. San Diego State lost their last game 36-13 at Washington State. QB Jayden Denegal has 2 passing touchdowns on the season with no interceptions. The Aztecs are averaging 167 passing yards per game through two games. WR Jacob Bostick has been a go-to target for Denegal. Bostick has 6 catches for 101 yards and 2 touchdowns. Running back Lucky Sutton has 38 carries on the season for 188 rushing yards with 2 touchdowns. San Diego State is averaging 339 total yards of offense per game.

California Golden Bears Preview

The California Golden Bears head into Saturday with a 3-0 record. California knocked off Minnesota in their last game 27-14. QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele led the way in the win with 3 touchdowns and no interceptions. Sagapolutele has 6 passing touchdowns with 1 interception on the season. California is averaging 257 passing yards per game. Wideout Jacob De Jesus has been a top target for the Golden Bears. De Jesus has 16 catches for 141 yards and a touchdown. California is allowing an average of just 58.5 rushing yards per game. The Golden Bears rank 12th in the country allowing an average of 9 points against per game.

California vs. San Diego State Picks & Prediction

Although the San Diego State Aztecs had a week off to prepare for this game they still are outmatched. California has looked like a motivated and talented squad through three games. The Golden Bears will be the better team on both sides of the football. Lay the points.

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Final Score Prediction: California Golden Bears win and cover ATS 28-13.