The Air Force Falcons are showing significant improvement midway through the 2026 season, despite an early stumble against North Dakota State. Their recent 28-7 victory over Northern Illinois marked a turning point, with sophomore quarterback Evan Medders stepping into the starting role after Liam Szarka suffered a season-ending injury.
Medders delivered a polished performance, leading an offense that relied heavily on a ground-and-pound approach, with the Falcons amassing 439 rushing yards—including 100 from fullback Owen Allen, who finally saw expanded usage under new offensive coordinator Mike Thiessen. The shift to a more traditional Air Force running scheme, featuring a fullback-led attack, proved decisive, as the Falcons ran the ball with relentless efficiency, calling just one passing play in the game.
Air Force’s momentum arrives ahead of a high-stakes Mountain West showdown with undefeated UNLV, who also enter the contest on a winning note. The Falcons’ offensive transformation—highlighted by Medders’ poised debut and the emergence of Allen—positions them as a formidable contender in the conference race, even as they navigate the challenges of a quarterback transition and a schedule that demands sustained dominance on the ground.
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