Led by first-year head coach Lance Leipold, the Bulls compiled an overall record of 5–7 with a mark of 3–5 in conference play, placing fourth in the MAC's East Division.

The team played their home games at University at Buffalo Stadium in Amherst, New York.

In their fourth game of the season, the Bulls lost, 24–21 to the Nevada Wolf Pack.

In their ninth game of the season, the Bulls won, 18–17 over the Kent State Golden Flashes.

In their tenth game of the season, the Bulls lost, 41–30 to the Northern Illinois Huskies.