Air Force visits Nevada Saturday seeking to even its Mountain West record after a North Dakota State loss left the Falcons 0-1 in conference play. The game opens a 10-week run without a bye for Air Force; Nevada is coming off a loss to Montana State.
Air Force ran just six plays to start the North Dakota State game and quickly fell behind 14-0. The writer also points to early penalties, a missed chip-shot field goal and the defense allowing substantial yardage and points; the Falcons nearly recovered a late onside kick.
Nevada's three quarterbacks have thrown five interceptions, and the Wolf Pack have had three fumbles; Nevada's turnover margin is -2, versus Air Force's +2. Its defense has forced three fumbles, has no interceptions and allows about 20 points per game.
