When head coach Sean Lewis took over the San Diego State football team last year, the hype centered on the team’s “Aztecs fast” offense.

The hope was that it would lead to a turnaround for the program. That hype fizzled as the inconsistent team wound up with 3-9 record.

But on Saturday night at an energized Snapdragon Stadium, Lewis may have found a new team identity. Maybe call it “Aztecs blast” in honor of a defense that overwhelmed the Cal Golden Bears and produced a 34-0 victory for the Aztecs.

It’s the second shutout of the young season for the Aztecs, who beat Stony Brook 42-0 in their first game.

“How ‘bout them Aztecs?” said Lewis, kicking off his post-game press conference. “That’s a good team that played well on a good night. I’m really freaking proud of them.”

Cal came into

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