The Aztecs secured a 24-6 victory against the Saber Cats in Preseason Week 3 on August 19 at home. Under head coach Joseph Poore, the Aztecs displayed a balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive performance that limited the Saber Cats to just two field goals.

The game began with Saber Cats kicker Roy Keane opening the scoring with a 28-yard field goal at 10:23 of the first quarter. The Aztecs responded quickly, as quarterback Andrés Santillana connected with Patrick Rivera for a 2-yard touchdown run at 3:24, followed by a successful extra point from George Cook to give the Aztecs a 7-3 lead.

In the second quarter, Santillana found receiver Michael Peters for a 6-yard touchdown, increasing the lead to 14-3 after another extra point by Cook. The Saber Cats narrowed the gap with Keane adding a 52-yard field goal late in the half, making the score 14-6.

Santillana threw three touchdown passes in total, finishing with 130 passing yards on 17 completions and one interception. The Aztecs' rushing attack was led by Luis Vasquez, who carried 41 times for a team-high 147 yards. Multiple Aztecs players contributed rushing touchdowns, including Rivera, Peters, and Alberto Aguilar.

Defensively, the Aztecs were dominant, forcing four interceptions compared to the Saber Cats' one. The defense also recorded one sack, helping to stifle the Saber Cats' passing game led by quarterback John Mancha, who was held to 66 passing yards and one interception.

The special teams also made an impact with George Cook converting one field goal on two attempts, including a crucial 51-yard kick in the third quarter. Meanwhile, Roy Keane successfully made both of his field goal attempts.

The Aztecs also avoided any critical penalties, committing five for 38 yards compared to the Saber Cats' one for 5 yards. Neither team converted a third down during the game.

Despite some turnovers thrown by Santillana, the Aztecs capitalized on key moments and maintained control throughout the contest. Coach Poore's squad will look to carry this momentum into the remainder of the preseason.

The final score reflected the Aztecs' ability to capitalize on opportunities and maintain a stout defense, resulting in a solid 24-6 win over the Saber Cats.