Fresno State overwhelmed Southern 56-7 on Saturday, with the Bulldogs' offense putting on a dominant display throughout the matchup. Fresno State scored 14 points in the first quarter and 21 in the second quarter to effectively decide the game early, then added 7 in the third and 14 in the fourth.

The Bulldogs' passing attack led the way, with E.J. Warner connecting for multiple touchdowns early in the game, including a 6-yard scoring pass to Jordan Brown in the first quarter. Warner also found Richie Anderson III for a 22-yard touchdown in the second quarter. On the ground, Bryson Donelson put on an impressive performance with 90 rushing yards, highlighted by a 57-yard touchdown run in the second quarter.

Southern managed only a touchdown in the second quarter to account for their seven points. The Jaguars' Ashton Strother did lead a couple of solid drives, connecting with Malachi Jackson for two first-down completions, but couldn't generate sustained offensive momentum.

The victory saw Fresno State cover the 38.5-point spread while pushing the game over the 51-point over-under line.