- Matchup: Air Force Falcons vs. Wyoming Cowboys
- Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
- Venue: War Memorial Stadium, Laramie, WY
- Broadcast: CW
- Betting Odds: Cowboys (+4.5)
- Over/Under Total: 44.5
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This exciting contest will take place at War Memorial Stadium, where the Wyoming Cowboys (4-3) will compete against the Air Force Falcons (5-1) on Friday, October 23, 2026. The oddsmakers have set the Cowboys as 4.5-point underdogs for this matchup. The projected total points for the game is set at 44.5.
The Air Force Falcons enter this game with an impressive record of 5-1 this season. In their previous outing, the Falcons overcame the UNLV Rebels, securing a 41-31 win. They executed 65 plays, accumulating 448 yards. The Falcons focused on their ground game, completing 62 rush attempts for a remarkable 430 yards, averaging 6.9 yards per carry. On defense, they allowed the Rebels 130 rushing yards from 32 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per rush. The Falcons permitted 21 successful completions out of 33 attempts, giving up a total of 246 passing yards with a completion rate of 63.6%.
Regarding scoring, the Air Force Falcons average 30.8 points per game. They boast a formidable rushing average of 343.0 yards, ranking them 2nd in the nation. So far, the Falcons have totaled 2,448 offensive yards this season. Their scoring includes 3 passing touchdowns and 20 rushing touchdowns, along with 141 first downs achieved. The team has incurred 30 penalties totaling 269 yards and has turned the ball over 4 times this season.
On the defensive front, the Falcons rank 39th in the nation, allowing an average of 19.7 points per game. They permit opponents to rush for an average of 4.2 yards per attempt and have allowed a total of 740 rushing yards across six games. In terms of passing defense, Air Force has given up 1,034 yards, ranking them 18th nationally, with an average of 172.3 passing yards allowed per game and a completion percentage against of 57.1%. Overall, they allow 295.7 yards per game, ranking 23rd in Division 1, with 5 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns surrendered.
The Wyoming Cowboys head into this matchup with a 4-3 record this season. In their latest game, they triumphed over the NIU Huskies, winning 41-23. The Cowboys totaled 510 offensive yards, running 60 plays (averaging 8.5 yards per play). Their ground game excelled, gaining 314 rushing yards on 41 attempts at an average of 7.7 yards per carry. On defense, the Cowboys allowed 176 rushing yards from 29 attempts, averaging 6.1 yards per carry. Additionally, their pass defense allowed a completion percentage of 54.5%, giving up 216 passing yards on 24 out of 44 throws.
In terms of scoring, the Cowboys rank low at 128th nationally, averaging only 18.3 points per contest. Offensively, they manage 331.6 yards per game, placing them 116th in Division 1. With a total of 330 penalty yards accrued from 37 infractions, their performance has ranked them 100th nationally for aiding opponents. This season, the Cowboys have committed 7 interceptions and allowed 4 fumble recoveries, while achieving 127 first downs. Through the air, they have accumulated 1,025 yards, averaging 146.4 passing yards per game, placing them 133rd in Division 1. They average 185.1 yards per game on the ground, totaling 1,296 rushing yards.
The Cowboys give up an average of 20.9 points per game, ranked 44th in Division 1. They’ve permitted a total of 1,205 rushing yards (172.1 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns this season. In terms of pass defense, they have surrendered 8 touchdowns and 194.3 passing yards per game, ranking 45th nationwide. Wyoming’s defense has been on the field for 471 plays, placing them 124th in Division 1, with only 1 fumble recovery and 3 interceptions recorded this season, as they have conceded a total of 146 points.
Who will emerge victorious in this thrilling college football contest between the Falcons and Cowboys?
Prediction: Choose the Falcons -4.5
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