Air Force Secures Fifth Consecutive Bowl Win, Defeating James Madison 31-21

Emmanuel Michel Shines with Career-Best 203 Rushing Yards and Two Touchdowns

Air Force defeated James Madison 31-21 in the Armed Forces Bowl, marking their fifth consecutive bowl win.
Emmanuel Michel led the Air Force with a career-best 203 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
James Madison, transitioning to the FBS level from FCS, played in their first bowl game and lost in regulation for the first time this season.
Air Force's triple-option offense outperformed James Madison's top run defense in the FBS, rushing for 351 yards.
James Madison's quarterback Jordan McCloud threw for 257 yards with three touchdowns and one interception.