UConn football faces tough challenge against strong Air Force rushing attack
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 2:24 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026

The UConn Huskies prepare to meet Air Force on Saturday at Falcon Field in Colorado Springs. UConn's defense, which excelled against UMass, faces a formidable Air Force rushing attack that ranks second nationally, averaging 337.4 yards per game. UConn head coach Jason Candle emphasized the need to disrupt Air Force's offensive flow. The game kicks off at 3:05 pm ET.
- •UConn's defense limited UMass to 53 rushing yards last week.
- •Air Force averages 337.4 rushing yards per game.
- •UConn's pass defense ranks 136th in FBS with 284.7 yards allowed per game.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday afternoon at Falcon Field.
- 2:24 AMYahoo Sports — UConn Football: Huskies Must Stop the Run to Defeat Air Force
"The Falcons rank No. 2 in the nation in rushing.
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