Hawaii at SJSU Sunday Morning Recap

Associated Press

Look at Nate Ilaoa stylin and profilin. He got another year of eligibility yesterday, which is great news if he's remains motivated, gets back in shape and stays healthy. That's not to discount what he could do the rest of the year:

"Nate's getting himself back in shape," UH coach June Jones said. "He had to take himself out of the game a couple of times. But he makes big plays. He's a big-time player."

Here's a profile about walk-on freshman safety Dane Porlas, who made yesterday's interception to seal the deal for the Warriors. Here's what Jerry Glanville had to say about it:

"When I saw the ball going up, I knew where he should be. I was hoping he was there, and he was. You know, we work on pitching and lateraling the ball on interceptions (during practices). Our only rule is: don't do it in the final two minutes of a game. I got a little afraid he was going to pitch it. I'm glad he didn't.

Oh God, really? I hope we never do that. There's a bigger chance of fumbling the ball back to the other team, right? Just tuck it in and let the offense do the work! Of course, I say that now, but if something like that results in an interception return for a touchdown, I'd be cheering the loudest!

And some really encouraging words from the master and commander:

"We finally figured it out," said UH quarterback Colt Brennan, who threw for 457 yards and three touchdowns, and guided the game-winning 80-yard, 10-play drive. "In this game, we grew up as a team. This was about figuring it out, reaching deep inside and finding a way to win on the road. We learned about traveling, and how to win in the fourth quarter."

This bodes well for the close game UH will probably have against Fresno St. and the game after that, on the road at Nevada. Woo hoo!

Here's some current statistics as compared to the rest of the nation, via ESPN.

Hawaii offensive stats:

2nd in passing yards with 382.3 per game.
45th in scoring with 29.1 points per game. At least it's an improvement!

Colt Brennan's stats:

2nd in passing yards with 2450 yards (350 yards per game)
T-2nd with 21 touchdown passes
3rd in completion percentage with 69.9%
11th in QB rating with 159.28 points

But here's the best news from the game:

Jones said there were no significant injuries that he was aware of after the game.

Can't wait for Fresno State!