Utah State, after all, has been a perennial have-not since joining the WAC and came into the game amid rampant speculation that Brent Guy was on his last lap as head coach despite having one year left on his contract. Guy had compiled a dismal 7-36 record, including 1-7 this season.
So much for recent history and anticipated victories, as well. UH faltered badly on Saturday in suffering a 30-14 to the Aggies.
Trailing 20-7 going into the final period, Hawaii managed to pull to within a TD on QB Greg Alexander's 9-yard run with 7 minutes left in the game. But the Aggies added a field goal and a final TD to seal the deal.
Indicative of UH's frustrations was a miscue that took place late in the game. Malcolm Lane appeared headed for a TD on a return when he inexplicably lost the ball with no one within tackling distance. That mistake didn't have a bearing in the final outcome, but reflected the kind of day it was for Hawaii in Logan, Utah.
By falling to 4-5 overall, Hawaii must win three of its remaining four games to become bowl eligible.
UH remains on the road this week, facing another WAC weakling at New Mexico State. Hawaii will then have a bye, followed by home games against Idaho, Washington State and Cincinnati.
UH would appear to be favorites in its next three games, for sure, but Hawaii can't afford to take anything for granted. Not after its dismal performance over the weekend.
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