Wyoming has found its footing after a rough start, winning three straight by improving its execution on both sides of the ball. The Cowboys’ latest boost was a 28-14 win over Air Force, powered by a turnover-free offense and a strong performance from quarterback Tyler Hughes. At 5-3 overall and 4-1 in conference play, Wyoming heads into its open week with momentum and a chance to prepare for a key Nov. 7 matchup at UNLV.

By the Numbers
  • Over the first 5 games, Wyoming averaged 14.2 points scored and 22.0 allowed per game, with a minus-6 turnover margin.
  • Over its 3-game winning streak, Wyoming averaged 28.3 points scored and 16.7 allowed, with a plus-3 turnover margin.
  • Against Air Force, Wyoming gained 301 yards on 41 plays, including 188 rushing yards, and committed no turnovers.
  • Over the last 3 games, Hughes completed 70% of his passes and ran for 421 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Yes, But

The turnaround is real, but Wyoming’s early struggles included a 28-0 loss to North Dakota State, and Hughes has thrown 7 interceptions this season. The Cowboys will need to sustain their recent execution against tougher opposition to stay in the conference race.

State of Play
  • Wyoming is 5-3 overall and 4-1 in conference play after three consecutive wins.
  • The Cowboys have an open week after playing eight straight games to start the season; the team came out of the Air Force game relatively healthy.
What’s Next

Wyoming visits UNLV on Nov. 7, with kickoff set for 8:30 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network. The open week gives the Cowboys time to recover and build on their recent momentum.

Bottom Line

Wyoming’s winning formula has been cleaner execution: more production on offense, fewer mistakes and a defense limiting big plays. The challenge now is proving that three-game surge can carry into the stretch run.