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Air Force football has the most awe-inspiring patriotic pregame in college football

When it comes to college football pregame celebrations, not many schools can match the Air Force Academy Falcons. To be fair to the other teams, having the might and assets of the United States Air Force supporting your pregame efforts does give an unfair advantage.

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BREAKDOWN: Air Force jets into clash with Bucknell in season opener

Air Force opens their 2025-26 season with an exciting clash against Bucknell. The Falcons have two significant luxuries in this matchup: they are playing at home, and Bucknell does not come to Colorado Springs posing much of a threat.

Air Force picked to finish in the middle of the Mountain West; Boise State favored

Boise State has been the overwhelming favorite to win the Mountain West Conference during the offseason. The Broncos have established themselves as a traditional

Luke Freer News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / August 19

Air Force's Luke Freer named to prestigious Ray Guy Award watch list honoring the top punter in college football

Air Force senior punter Luke Freer has been selected for the prestigious Ray Guy Award watch list, which annually honors the top punter in college football.

Air Force Falcons News / ESPN / August 12

Air Force pays homage to F-16 fighter jet with 'Air Power Legacy Series' uniforms

The new Air Force uniform honors the F-16 fighter jet that is used in the military branch.

Air Force Falcons News / SwimSwam / August 7

“Best Of The Rest” Sprinter Jordan Falls Sends Verbal to Air Force (2025)

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Air Force Falcons News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / July 27

Air Force Alum Patrick Hoopes Earns Bronze Medal at World University Games

The Air Force Falcons have a lot to be proud of in gymnast Patrick Hoopes as he continues to represent the Academy exceptionally. Hoopes just finished action at the World University Games which took place in Essen, Germany.

Kyle Busch News / The SportsRush / July 20

Kyle Busch’s Special Paint Scheme to Honor Service Members at Dover Air Force Base

Kyle Busch may never have served in the military, but the Richard Childress Racing driver has long been a big supporter of our fighting men and women. So it’s no surprise that Busch’s No.

Air Force Must Rally To Prevent Sweep by Army and Navy in Rivalry Matchups

Last season the Air Force Falcons lost both of their football match ups to the Naval Academy Midshipmen and the West Point Army Black Knights and this year could prove the same fate.

Air Force Falcons News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / July 10

Air Force Falcons Bounce Back in EA College Football 26 Season Simulation

After a solid stretch of competent football under Troy Calhoun, the Air Force Falcons took a step back last year as they finished 5-7. EA Sports College Football 26 has recently been released, giving fans a glimpse into what this year's squad will look like.

Air Force Falcons News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / July 6

Air Force Aims To Carry End of Season Momentum Into Upcoming Campaign

College football season is rapidly approaching as kickoff is less than two months away. The Air Force Academy Falcons finished a disheartening season at 5-7 overall.

Air Force Falcons News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / July 5

Air Force Falcons Land Two on AHCA Krampade All-American Scholar Roster

The Air Force Falcons are rightfully bragging on two of their rising stars, Holt Oliphant and Brendan Gibbons. The men's hockey players were selected to the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) Krampade All-American Scholar roster recently.

Air Force Falcons News / Mountain West Connection / July 4

Air Force and the Transfer Portal

Discussing the Mountain West team that doesn’t benefit from the transfer portal. We aren’t even to fall camps yet, but 2025 has already generated plenty of polarizing storylines.

College Football News / College Football News / July 3

Air Force Offense Preview 2025: Will the Falcon Running Game Work Again?

The Falcons struggled from the start, and it took too long to get grinding. They struggled to move the ball against Merrimack in a 21-6 win, and they only hit 300 rushing yards once until the last four games, when the ground attack started to work.

College Football News / College Football News / July 3

Air Force Defense Preview 2025: Total Turnover on the Falcons D

To be nice about it, there’s just a wee bit of work to do on the defensive side, but it’ll be okay - it always is under this coaching staff. For all of the team’s issues, Air Force was No.

College Football News / College Football News / July 3

Air Force Football Preview 2025: Falcons Season Prediction, Win Total Projection, Top Players

Run, run, RUN Throwing out the abbreviated 2020 season, the 2024 team was the worst rushing team in the Troy Calhoun era. That’s 17 years of dominance - the 2020 team averaged close to six yards per carry - with last year the only full season the Falcons didn’t get to at least 3,000 rushing yards.

Troy Calhoun News / College Football News / July 3

Air Force Football Preview 2025: Can Troy Calhoun Bring the Falcons Back?

Sometimes it just doesn’t quite work. Like the other military academies, there’s a fine line between the system working and it all breaking down, but under head coach Troy Calhoun, it’s become a given that Air Force will be good enough to inflict its will on the way to ten wins.

Air Force Falcons News / SwimSwam / June 27

MPSF Adds Air Force, UNLV, Wyoming To Men’s Swimming & Diving Conference

By Keith Dunlap on SwimSwam After more than a decade competing in the Western Athletic Conference, the Air Force, UNLV and Wyoming men’s swimming & diving programs are headed back to a familiar place.

Air Force Falcons News / Armed Forces Sports on SI / June 27

Air Force Falcons' Texas Tanner Honored After Outstanding Outdoor Campaign

Texas Tanner is only a junior competing for the Air Force Academy Falcons track and field team and his list of accolades just keeps getting longer and longer.

Air Force Falcons News / Sneakers on SI / June 22

The Kobe x Nike Air Force 1 'Soft Yellow' Drops This Week

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's signature sneaker line with Nike has come roaring back over the past two years. Not only has Bryant's iconic basketball shoes returned, but the line has expanded into other sports and lifestyle sneakers.

Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / June 17

Kobe Bryant's Pajamas Inspired the Nike Air Force 1 'Soft Yellow'

Before the start of the 1999-00 NBA season, Kobe Bryant broke his right hand during a pre-season game. Despite being sidelined for 15 games, it could not keep the Los Angeles Lakers legend off the court.

Air Force Falcons News / TV Insider / June 12

‘The Price Is Right’: Air Force Veteran Wins Car After ‘Nailing’ Card Game

A game on The Price Is Right came down to the proper use of the Ace card. A retired veteran won a car after he picked the right amount during a card game.

How Air Force could break college football realignment again

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Air Force Academy unveils new uniforms honoring Special Operations Command

When Air Force meets the Naval Academy in October, the Falcons will be sporting new uniforms honoring the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC).

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