Air Force Falcons' Late Surge Not Enough to Overcome Colorado State Rams at Falcon Stadium

The Air Force Falcons faced a challenging contest against the Colorado State Rams, culminating in a 13-21 defeat at Falcon Stadium. This game moved the Falcons to a 1-6 record for the season, while the Rams improved to 4-3. Despite a spirited comeback in the fourth quarter, where they scored all their points, it wasn't enough to secure victory.

Key Moments and Performances

The game was characterized by strong defensive plays and missed opportunities. The Falcons' punting team, led by Luke Freer and Carson Bay, had an impressive outing with Freer averaging 50 yards over four attempts and placing two inside the 20-yard line. Bay contributed with two punts for an average of 38 yards each, also placing two inside the 20-yard line.

On defense, Daniel Grobe stood out with five tackles for Air Force, showcasing their resilience despite being unable to register any sacks or tackles for loss against Colorado State's offense. Osaro Aihie made significant contributions as well; besides his tackling efforts that included three solo tackles and assisting on two others, he played a crucial role in special teams by recovering one fumble.

Offensively, quarterback John Busha threw for 175 yards including one touchdown but was intercepted twice which hindered potential scoring drives. Tylor Latham emerged as a key receiver with three receptions totaling 51 yards and scoring one touchdown that ignited hope late in the game.

Looking Ahead

The Air Force Falcons will next face off against Army Black Knights at Michie Stadium on November 2nd at 12:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on CBS as both teams vie for supremacy in this storied rivalry.

As we look forward to their next game after this tough loss against Colorado State Rams, fans are encouraged to share their support online for the Air Force Falcons as they prepare to bounce back stronger.