Mountain West teams eye bowl game opportunities for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
With the 2026-27 athletic year underway, teams in the Mountain West are assessing their chances for bowl game eligibility. UNLV aims to capitalize on a strong recruiting class to continue last year's success and secure a bowl spot. Hawaii looks to build on its 9-4 record from 2025, while New Mexico seeks to prove its strength after being snubbed from the championship game. North Dakota State anticipates postseason eligibility in its first year of FBS competition. Air Force is also positioned as a potential bowl contender but faces challenges moving forward.
- •UNLV is expected to continue its success with a strong recruiting class
- •Hawaii looks to secure six wins for bowl eligibility
- •New Mexico aims to build on its 2025 achievements
- •North Dakota State contends for bowl eligibility in FBS debut
- •Air Force faces challenges but remains a potential bowl contender
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"There are three distinct groups heading into the 2026-27 season
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