Special teams play, good defense and smart quarterbacking. Fresno State head football coach Jeff Tedford would be hard pressed to ask much more from his team in their season opening demolition of the Idaho Vandals 79-13.
The ‘Dogs seemed intent on getting their second-year, senior quarterback Marcus McMaryion comfortable early by mixing up the play calling.
A mix of short throws, perimeter runs and bruising rushes up the middle had the Vandals defense on their heels early and often.
It was a sight that Bulldogs fans were looking for from McMaryion. Fans were expecting a huge step forward after a very solid season in 2017, leading the ‘Dogs to one of the greatest turnarounds from one season to the next in college football history.