North Dakota State vs Air Force Prediction 9/12/2026 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a North Dakota State vs Air Force prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 12th at Falcon Stadium in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 2 matchup. 

North Dakota State Bison Betting Preview

The North Dakota State Bison are 2-0 this season after they defeated Fordham by a score of 38-0 in week one. North Dakota State led 17-0 at halftime and added 21 points in the third quarter for the easy win. The Bison out gained Fordham by a total of 373-135, went 7-14 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 4-0 in the game. Nathan Hayes threw for 210 yards and two touchdowns, while Chris Kiel caught four passes for 50 yards and one score. DJ Scott rushed 11 times for 60 yards and two touchdowns in the win. 

Prior to that game, North Dakota State defeated Jacksonville State by a score of 33-7 in week zero. North Dakota State led 17-7 at halftime and pitched a shutout in the second half for the big win. Nathan Hayes threw for 160 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, while Jackson Williams caught five passes for 58 yards. Myles Mitchell led the rushing attack wth 11 carries for 74 yards in the game. 

Air Force Falcons Betting Preview

The Air Force Falcons are 1-0 this year after they defeated Duquesne by a score of 34-0 in week one. Air Force led 20-0 at halftime and won the second half 14-0 in the shutout victory. The Falcons out gained their opponent by a total of 450-107, went 9-15 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 2-0 in the game. Liam Szarka threw for 19 yards, while Matt Long had one reception for 18 yards. Rocco Conti led the ground game with 10 carries for 74 yards in the win. 

Last year, Air Force went 4-8 (3-5) and they finished eighth in the Mountain West standings. The Falcons started the year with a 49-13 win over Bucknell, but lost 49-30 to Utah State in week two. Air Force did get FBS wins over Wyoming, San Jose State, and Colorado State, but it was a disappointing year. The Falcons scored 29.8 points per game in 2025, while they allowed 30.3 points against per game on defense. 

Why the Air Force Falcons will win

• Air Force has won 30 of its last 40 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Falcon Stadium.

Why the North Dakota State Bison will win

• Air Force has lost six of its last seven September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Air Force has failed to cover the spread in eight of its last nine games against conference opponents at Falcon Stadium.
• The favorite has covered the spread in five of Air Force’s last six games.
• The favorite has won the first half in five of Air Force’s last six games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Air Force’s last four games at Falcon Stadium have gone UNDER the total points line.

Air Force Falcons Player Prop Facts

• Heading into Week 2, Carter Cremascoli ranks T16th amongst FBS players for made field goals (2) this season.

North Dakota State Bison Player Prop Facts

• Heading into Week 2, DJ Scott ranks T1st amongst qualified players for catch rate (100.0%) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

• Air Force ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
• Air Force ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
• North Dakota State ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
• North Dakota State ranks T1st among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (0.0).

North Dakota State vs Air Force Prediction 

North Dakota State comes into this matchup with a 2-0 record by a combined score of 71-7, but they will face a tough task with the triple option here. Air Force was not good in 2025, but they should be better this year and dominated Duquesne last week. The Falcons have plenty of experience and the triple option offense really slows the game down. NDSU also likes to run the ball, so I don’t think we are going to see a ton of possessions in this one. Take the under in this matchup.

David Racey's Pick: Under 47.5