Option offenses in bowl games tend to do well and add in some different views. The best time to play an option team is either in the opener, after a bye week or in a bowl game.

The Falcons are riding a seven-game winning streak that includes a dominant performance against Wyoming last time out. Air Force is one of the top rushing teams in the nation and will create problems for a Cougars defense that has struggled all season. Washington State has dropped six of its last nine and may not be able to handle the type of offense the Falcons run. Air Force will need to control the clock and keep the ball away from the Cougars' potent offense.