Air Force Football enters the 2025 season looking to bounce back from a challenging 2024 campaign that ended with promising momentum. Following a difficult start and a seven-game losing streak, the Falcons closed out last season with four consecutive victories, including a notable 28-0 shutout against Oregon State.

The 2024 season saw over 40 players make their first career starts, providing valuable experience that should benefit the team moving forward. This youth movement, while initially challenging, positions the program well for 2025.

Key Players to Watch:

• QB Quintin Hayes: Sophomore quarterback who showed significant improvement late last season
• FB Dylan Carson: Expected to lead the fullback unit alongside Owen Allen and Kemper Hodges
• RB Kade Frew: Poised for a breakout season after strong late-season performance
• WR/RB Cade Harris: Versatile playmaker expected to contribute in multiple positions
• LB Blake Fletcher: Defensive anchor in the middle
• S Kyle Chen: Promising sophomore looking to build on freshman experience

Notable Changes:

• Lost several players to transfer portal, including Lincoln Tuioti-Mariner (Southern Utah) and Tyler Lawrence (New Mexico)
• Welcomed over 20 three-star recruits in the latest signing class
• Added UConn to the 2025 schedule for a home-and-home series

Special teams will see changes with all-time scoring leader Matthew Dapore's departure, with Reagan Tubbs expected to take over kicking duties.

The program appears to be following a similar trajectory to the 2020 team, which used a youth movement to build toward several successful seasons. With experienced players returning across all position groups, Air Force looks to reestablish itself as a Mountain West contender in 2025.

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