Army Football: 3 takeaways from thrilling victory over Air Force in finale

1. Quick takeaways for Air Force

For the Falcons, this game marks the end of a season riddled with postponed and canceled games due to COVID-19. The Falcons had to overcome a lot to get the five games they played this season. The Falcons still found three wins this season.

Despite the three interceptions today, the Falcons have to like the progress of quarterback Haaziq Daniels. The Air Force runs a variation of the option and throws the football more than either Army or Navy. Daniels has shown good ability throwing the football for the Falcons. The future looks bright in Colorado Springs.

Quick takeaways for Army

The Black Knights are off to the Independence Bowl after a 9-win season. This year is the fourth season the Black Knights have won eight or more games under head coach Jeff Monken. Their four-year run is the best run Army has been on since World War II and Red Blaik. That is why Monken’s name has been floated around so many openings this offseason. His name will continue to come up until they are all filled as well.

Despite injuries and COVID-19 issues, the Black Knights found ways to win. Their primary method of winning football games has been defense. The Black Knights have given up 14 points per game this season. They play great team defense and understand how offenses want to attack them.