2016 Mountain West Conference Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 01/09/2017
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawai'i | 1 | 17 | 9 | 0 | 26 | 26.0 |
| 2 | Fresno State | 1 | 15 | 4 | 1 | 20 | 20.0 |
| 2 | Colorado State | 1 | 15 | 12 | 1 | 28 | 28.0 |
| 4 | Utah State | 1 | 15 | 12 | 2 | 29 | 29.0 |
| 5 | Wyoming | 1 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 25 | 25.0 |