Nevada defeats San Jose State 28-13 in college football

The University of Nevada, Reno defeated San Jose State 28-13 on Saturday in Reno, Nevada. Nevada quarterback Luke Duncan threw two touchdown passes, including a 25-yard connection to Trace Estes, while Marshaun Brown contributed a touchdown reception and a 32-yard scoring pass to Herschel Turner Jr.

Dominic Kelley led the Nevada rushing attack with 82 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries. The win brings Nevada to a 3-4 record and 2-2 in the Mountain West Conference.

San Jose State struggled offensively, recording only 70 total yards through the first three quarters and converting only one of 14 third downs. The Spartans' offense was hampered by injuries, including freshman quarterback Daniel Rolovich, who was replaced by Robert McDaniel due to mobility issues. Senior Luke Duncan eventually started at quarterback, finishing 18-of-29 for 178 yards. Viliami Teu scored a rushing touchdown for the Spartans, and Trajan Sinatra added two field goals.