2011 Western Athletic Conference Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games in October Only through 01/09/2012
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utah State | 3 | 26 | 32 | 10 | 68 | 22.7 |
| 2 | Louisiana Tech | 4 | 18 | 50 | 3 | 71 | 17.8 |
| 3 | Hawai'i | 4 | 30 | 44 | 3 | 77 | 19.3 |
| 4 | Idaho | 4 | 35 | 47 | 3 | 85 | 21.3 |
| 4 | San Jose State | 4 | 36 | 46 | 3 | 85 | 21.3 |
| 6 | Fresno State | 4 | 37 | 43 | 9 | 89 | 22.3 |
| 7 | Nevada | 5 | 37 | 42 | 12 | 91 | 18.2 |
| 8 | New Mexico State | 4 | 38 | 52 | 9 | 99 | 24.8 |