Air Force Falcons Defeat Colorado State Rams 42-21
Friday, November 28, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Canvas Stadium
Air Force Falcons 42, Colorado State Rams 21, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Air Force Falcons vs Colorado State Rams?
Air Force Falcons beat Colorado State Rams 42-21 at Canvas Stadium on November 28, 2025.
In a decisive matchup, the Air Force Falcons emerged victorious against the Colorado State Rams with a final score of 42-21 at Canvas Stadium. This game, held on November 28, 2025, showcased the Falcons' ability to capitalize on their opponents' struggles, particularly given the Rams' recent form.
The Colorado State Rams entered the game with a disappointing home record of 2-10 and a recent streak of five consecutive losses. Over their last ten games, they managed only two wins, scoring an average of 18.0 points while allowing 29.0 points per game. Their last five games were particularly troubling, as they averaged just 13.4 points scored and 34.0 points allowed. In their most recent outing prior to facing the Falcons, the Rams lost to the Boise State Broncos with a score of 21-49.
Conversely, the Air Force Falcons had a slightly better away record of 4-8. They also faced challenges, having lost their last two games, including a 3-20 defeat against the New Mexico Lobos in their most recent match. Despite this, the Falcons averaged 26.7 points scored per game over their last ten contests while allowing 33.0 points. Their last five games saw them average 17.2 points scored and 20.6 points allowed, indicating a potential for improvement despite their recent setbacks.
Historically, this matchup had seen the Rams come out on top in their previous meeting, which took place on October 20, 2024, where they won 21-13. However, this time, the Falcons were determined to turn the tide. The game unfolded with Air Force taking control early, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and capitalizing on Colorado State's defensive vulnerabilities.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that any absences may have played a role in their recent struggles. The conditions for the game were not detailed in the block, but typically, late November games can be impacted by weather factors that affect play.
The betting market had reflected the Falcons' stronger position, with Colorado State's win probability listed at 0.0, indicating a complete lack of confidence in their ability to secure a victory in this matchup, as noted by the odds from the provider.
Viewers watching the game were likely to focus on how the Rams' defense would handle the Falcons' offense, particularly given Colorado State's recent struggles to contain scoring. The final score of 42-21 underscored the Falcons' dominance in this contest, highlighting their ability to exploit the Rams' weaknesses effectively.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | — | 47.5 o -115 / u -105 | Air Force Falcons — · Colorado State Rams — |
Leaders
- Passing yardsJackson Brousseau28/37, 323 YDS, 2 TDColorado State Rams
- Rushing yardsLloyd Avant3 CAR, 11 YDS, 1 TDColorado State Rams
- Receiving yardsLloyd Avant8 REC, 135 YDSColorado State Rams
- Passing yardsJosh Johnson4/4, 104 YDS, 2 TDAir Force Falcons
- Rushing yardsOwen Allen25 CAR, 107 YDS, 2 TDAir Force Falcons
- Receiving yardsBruin Fleischmann2 REC, 61 YDS, 2 TDAir Force Falcons
Recent form
Colorado State Rams
Last 10: 2-8Streak L518 scored · 29 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L21-49at Boise State BroncosNov 23
- L17-20at New Mexico LobosNov 15
- L10-42vs UNLV RebelsNov 9
- L0-28at Wyoming CowboysOct 25
- L19-31vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsOct 18
- W49-21vs Fresno State BulldogsOct 11
- L24-45at San Diego State AztecsOct 4
- L3-20vs Washington State CougarsSep 27
- L16-17vs UTSA RoadrunnersSep 21
- W21-17vs Northern Colorado BearsSep 6
Air Force Falcons
Last 10: 2-8Streak L226.7 scored · 33 allowed per game1-4 away
- L3-20vs New Mexico LobosNov 23
- L16-26at UConn HuskiesNov 15
- W26-16at San José State SpartansNov 8
- L17-20vs Army Black KnightsNov 1
- W24-21vs Wyoming CowboysOct 18
- L48-51at UNLV RebelsOct 11
- L31-34at Navy MidshipmenOct 4
- L35-44vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsSep 27
- L37-49vs Boise State BroncosSep 20
- L30-49at Utah State AggiesSep 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Air Force | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Nevada | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| New Mexico | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Northern Illinois | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wyoming | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Hawai'i | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| San José State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| UNLV | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Boise State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Colorado State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Fresno State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oregon State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| San Diego State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Utah State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Washington State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Air Force Falcons | Colorado State Rams |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 22 | 17 |
| Third downs | 11-15 | 2-8 |
| Fourth downs | 3-3 | 2-2 |
| Total yards | 420 | 335 |
| Net passing yards | 104 | 323 |
| Completions | 4/4 | 28/37 |
| Yards per pass | 26.0 | 8.7 |
| Rushing yards | 316 | 12 |
| Rushing attempts | 67 | 9 |
| Yards per rush | 4.7 | 1.3 |
| Penalties | 0-0 | 2-11 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 40:47 | 19:13 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Colorado State Rams, below favours Air Force Falcons.
Venue
- Canvas StadiumFort Collins, CO
- Attendance25873
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