The Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors (3-2) will travel to Falcon Stadium to face the Air Force Falcons (1-2) on Saturday afternoon. Both teams are coming off losses in their last games against Mountain West opponents. This matchup presents an opportunity for both squads to rebound and get their first win of the year in the Mountain West Conference. Before kickoff from Colorado, continue reading to get my Hawai’i vs Air Force prediction.
Our Hawai’i vs Air Force Pick
- Pick: Over 52.5
- Confidence: ★★★★☆
Game Snapshot
- Matchup: Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors vs Air Force Falcons
- Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, 4:10 PM EDT
- Venue: Falcon Stadium, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO
- Broadcast: Fox Sports 1
Hawai’i vs Air Force Odds
| Odds | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawai’i | +6.5 | +200 | Over 52.5 |
| Air Force | -6.5 | -240 | Under 52.5 |
Key Storylines
- Hawai’i’s Turnover Woes: The Rainbow Warriors have struggled with turnovers, ranking 135th in the FBS with a -8 turnover margin. This issue was evident in their recent loss to Fresno State, where three interceptions proved costly. Quarterback Micah Alejado will need to protect the football to keep Hawai’i competitive.
- Air Force’s Offensive Efficiency: The Falcons have a potent offense, averaging 38.7 points per game. They run the option and have done so effectively for the most part. But the defense of Air Force has let them down of late. They have given up 49 points in each of their first two conference games of this season.
- Red Zone Battle: Hawai’i’s red zone defense ranks 53rd in the FBS, allowing opponents to score on 78.9% of trips. Air Force leads the nation with a 100% red zone scoring rate. The Falcons’ red zone efficiency could be a decisive factor in the game’s outcome.
Quarterback Play
- Micah Alejado (Hawai’i): Alejado has thrown for 586 yards, with three touchdowns and four interceptions. His ability to minimize mistakes will be important after last week’s performance against Fresno State.
- Liam Szarka (Air Force): Szarka has passed for 360 yards, with two touchdowns and two interceptions. He isn’t asked to do too much through the air but will need to deliver when called upon.
Betting Trends & H2H
- Hawai’i is 3-1 against the spread so far this season.
- Air Force is 1-2 against the spread going into this week.
- Hawai’i is 1-3 on over/unders before this game.
- Air Force is 3-0 to the over.
- Air Force has a 14-8-1 lead in the all-time series against Hawai’i.
Hawai’i vs Air Force Model Projection
- Score Projection: Hawai’i 24 – Air Force 30
- Win Probability: Hawai’i 35%, Air Force 65%
Final Thoughts
This should be a close game and either team could realistically win it. But instead of taking a side, my best bet for this game comes from the over/under. I think that this game goes over the total of 52.5 points. Air Force’s defensive woes should allow Hawai’i to put up some points, while the running game of the Falcons should be able to wear Hawai’i down and allow them do to plenty of scoring themselves.
