Trevor L Davis / Loveland Reporter-Herald)
FORT COLLINS — Colorado State's defense came in reeling from three straight performances in which it gave up more than 200 yards rushing to each team.
Facing Air Force's option attack on Saturday was likely going to extend that streak to four, which happened. The fact the Rams held the Falcons below their average of 320 a contest was impressive, as was forcing two turnovers in the game in a 38-23 victory.
It was the type of performance that reminded senior safety Trent Matthews of the defense that took the field for CSU the opening three games.