Air Force prides itself on its ”next man up” mentality, and 2023 will be a nice test of just how much Coach Calhoun and his assistants have prepared the team for three expected and three other unexpected departures of high quality starters.
That’s not to say that the cupboard is bare, but the list of departures includes the third winningest QB in Falcon history, the third leading rusher in Falcon history, and one of only five offensive linemen to be named an All American in Falcon history. Add to that a season ending injury to one starting cornerback and a transfer out by the other starting cornerback, and a suspension of one of the best offensive linemen in the Mountain West; it’s obvious there are big shoes to fill.