It was an expected win to start the season for the Bulldogs, but Fresno State did not disappoint the fans in the season opener.

Lonyae Miller ran for 271 yards and 5 touchdowns in the 80-7 route of Sacramento State. Miller also had a receiving touchdown giving him 6 total TDs in the opener.

The Fresno State defense looked dominant up front racking up 13 sacks and forcing 7 turnovers. Jason Roberts led the way with 5 sacks while Jason Shirly and Tyler Cutts grabbed 3 each.

If there was a disappointment to the game, it was the performance of QB Tom Brandstater. The junior was 14-for-28 for 144 yards but threw 5 interceptions.

"Tom has to do a better job of taking care of the ball. We were fortunate that we opened with a small school because it will be difficult to beat conference teams if he turns the ball over 5 times. He knows that and I am confident he will get it corrected," said head coach Pat Hill.

Fresno State has a big game next week as they travel to take on the #24 ranked Texas A&M Aggies in one of the more difficult home crowd environments in the nation.