February 16, 2009 5:00 PM
Losses cloud Falcons' improvement
Air Force coach Jeff Reynolds claims his team is improvment but it's hard to see because of a 12-game losing streak.
Air Force coach Jeff Reynolds claims his team is improvment but it's hard to see because of a 12-game losing streak.
Air Force had 26 high school players sign non-binding certificates of intent to enroll and play football for the Falcons.
Despite 17 victories the past two seasons, Air Force coach knows the Falcons need to become a faster, more athletic team to stay competitive.
Air Force had its chances but couldn't come up with the big plays in a 38-24 loss to BYU at Falcon Stadium.
Air Force has two games remaining against nationally-ranked opposition but the Falcons' 8-2 record is impressive.
Former Air Force All-American Scott Thomas watched the Falcons pull out a win over New Mexico after it looked as if New Mexico was in control of the game.
The return of tight end Travis Dekker to the Air Force lineup has injected a new spirit into the team.
Air Force collected an important win over San Diego State but the Falcons face several other big games in the coming weeks.
Air Force is looking forward to Saturday night's road game at San Diego State.
Air Force suffered another disappointing loss to Navy, the sixth straight season that the Falcons have lost to the Midshipmen.