Air Force Falcons continue fall practice ahead of season opener against Duquesne

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Air Force Falcons continue fall practice ahead of season opener against Duquesne
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The Air Force Falcons are preparing for the 2026 College Football season as they return to the practice field. Their opener is set against Duquesne. The team's previous appearance saw them secure a victory over Colorado State, ending a challenging season on a high note. Significant changes include a new defensive coordinator, Steve Russ, following the departure of Brian Knorr. Additionally, the Falcons had minimal transfer portal impact, losing only tight end Bruin Fleischmann, who is now with Montana State as a grad transfer.

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  • Air Force finished last season with a win over Colorado State.
  • Steve Russ returns as the new defensive coordinator.
  • Bruin Fleischmann is the only notable transfer, joining Montana State.
  • Fall practice is ongoing as the team prepares for Duquesne.
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We are inching closer to the start of the 2026 College Football season. The Air Force Falcons have returned to the practice field for their last period of refinement before their opener against Duquesne— “fall” practice. The last time we saw Air Force in action, they were handing in state rivals, Colorado State, a pretty […]

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