Sophomore running back Jordan Byrd attempts to run past UCLA sophomore defensive back Elijah Gates in the Aztecs' 23-14 win over the Bruins on Sept. 7.
San Diego State football star running back Juwan Washington did not play a down on Sept. 14 versus New Mexico State.
The Aztecs, however, did not need him, as sophomore running backs Jordan Byrd and Chance Bell carried the load and led the Aztecs to a 31-10 victory over the Aggies (0-3).
The win marked the Aztecs’ third 3-0 start in the last four years.
Byrd started the game in the backfield and totaled 22 carries for 118 yards with two touchdowns.