The 1973 San Diego State Aztecs football team represented California State University San Diego

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was known as California State University, San Diego from 1972 to 1973. during the

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as a member of the

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.The

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was known as the Pacific Coast Athletic Association from its founding in 1969 through 1987. The team was led by head coach

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, in his first year, and played home games at

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San Diego County Credit Union Stadium (SDCCU Stadium) was known as San Diego Stadium from its opening in 1967 through 1980. in

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. They finished the season as Conference Champion for the second consecutive year, with a record of nine wins, one loss and one tie (9–1–1, 3–0–1 PCAA).

Schedule

Team players in the NFL

The following were selected in the

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. The following finished their college career in 1973, were not drafted, but played in the NFL.

Team awards

Notes

References

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San Diego State Aztecs football seasons Big West Conference football champion seasons

San Diego State Aztecs football : ''For information on all San Diego State University sports, see San Diego State Aztecs'' The San Diego State Aztecs football team represents San Diego State University in the sport of American football. The Aztecs compete in the Football Bow ...