The Rebels were led by fourth year head coach Bobby Hauck and played their home games at Sam Boyd Stadium.

[4] In their fourth game of the season, the Rebels won, 38–7 over the Western Illinois Leathernecks.

[9] In their ninth game of the season, the Rebels lost, 34–24 to the San Jose State Spartans.

[11] In their eleventh game of the season, the Rebels won, 41–21 over the Air Force Falcons to become bowl eligible for the first time since the year 2000.

[12] In their twelfth game of the season, the Rebels won, 45–19 over the San Diego State Aztecs.