Some BYU/Mountain West stuff first. You might have seen commissioner Craig Thompson’s interview. Here’s a story explaining BYU’s side. And a strong column by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s Gil Lebreton, pretty much ripping BYU’s decision. The Deseret News talks to BYU basketball coach Dave Rose, who I think got a raw deal in all this. And here’s a rundown of everything from the Salt Lake Tribune.
Onto Air Force – Ben Cochran’s role as a holder is important. From the season preview section, more special teams – a look at the Falcons’ mad dash field goal at the end of the first half of last year’s bowl game.
Northwestern State news: Coach Bradley Dale Peveto reminds folks that the Demons have pulled off some upsets before.
Around the Mountain West/service academies: A lot of NFL talent will be on the field tonight when Utah plays Pitt. Scouts will be there to watch. … I’d hope Bronco Mendenhall thinks a two-QB system will work considering he, you know, decided that’s what his team would do. … Not many in Oregon expecting the Ducks to lose to New Mexico. … UNLV is a work in progress, and the Rebels face a tough schedule. … Of course they do. … Colorado State QB Pete Thomas is in a bright spotlight this week. Will be interesting to watch him. … Already, MWC teams are saying they won’t play BYU after this season. No word from Air Force – Hans Mueh has not been made available for comment. … Army has lost its best linebacker for a while. … Navy outside linebacker Jarred Shannon had a “miraculous recovery” from shoulder surgery.









I'm Frank Schwab, Air Force beat reporter for The Gazette. I've been at the paper since 2003, and covered the Broncos for seven seasons. I covered the University of Wisconsin in the late 1990s, so I'm well versed in running football teams (Ron Dayne) and defensive basketball teams (Dick Bennett). I love to chat on www.twitter.com/GazetteAirForce, and will respond to comments and emails at frank.schwab@gazette.com.
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