UC Davis (5-3) asserted its dominance in the Big Sky Conference with a decisive 33-6 victory over Northern Colorado on Saturday night, powered by a balanced offensive explosion. Treynor Cleeland orchestrated the attack with precision, completing 25 of 33 passes for 266 yards and two touchdown throws, while Jordan Fisher anchored the ground game with 97 rushing yards and two scores. The Aggies, currently ranked No. 20 in the Stats Perform poll, controlled the tempo from the opening whistle, limiting the Bears to a single score in a defensive standout performance.
Aggies’ dual-threat offense dismantles Bears in dominant Big Sky showdown
The first quarter set the stage for a blowout as Fisher showcased his versatility, rushing for a 9-yard touchdown and later scoring from the 1-yard line to cap a massive 95-yard drive. This early surge gave UC Davis a commanding 14-0 lead before halftime. In the second half, Cleeland extended the margin with two more touchdowns, connecting with Edward Khutsishvili on a 2-yard strike in the third quarter and Winston Williams on a 15-yard pass in the fourth, effectively sealing the win and demonstrating the Aggies’ depth in the passing game.
Key contributors beyond the headline names further highlighted the Aggies’ offensive firepower. Samuel Gbatu Jr. emerged as a dynamic threat with seven receptions for 117 yards and a 59-yard run, stretching the Northern Colorado defense vertically and horizontally. Meanwhile, Northern Colorado (3-6) struggled to find rhythm, with quarterback Brayten Silbor completing 12 of 25 passes for 199 yards and one touchdown, but the Bears could not overcome the early deficit. This victory improves UC Davis to 3-2 in conference play, cementing their status as a top contender in the Big Sky.
Source: Yahoo Sports
