2010 Army Black Knights football team

The Army Black Knights experienced a memorable football season, marked by key victories and notable performances. They began with a 35-28 win against Air Force, where quarterback Trent Steelman excelled with over 100 yards both passing and rushing. Despite a close 28-23 loss to SMU in the regular season, they showed resilience but couldn't hold their lead.

In the rivalry game against Navy, Army faced a tough 31-17 defeat. A pivotal moment was Navy's 98-yard fumble return for a touchdown, which swung the momentum decisively. The Black Knights demonstrated strong offense with more total yards and possession time, yet fell short due to critical defensive lapses.

The season culminated in a thrilling 16-14 victory over SMU in the Armed Forces Bowl, securing their first bowl win since 1985 and a winning season since 1996. Defensive highlights included Josh McNary's fumble recovery and two interceptions. Jared Hassin's 82 yards rushing pushed him past 1,000 yards for the season, while Steelman's crucial pass to Davyd Brooks sealed the victory.

The Navy game also saw historical milestones, with records set for the longest touchdown pass and fumble return in their rivalry. Stephen Anderson was named player of the game in the bowl, contributing 14 tackles, an interception, and a sack. This season marked a significant turnaround for Army, showcasing their determination and talent on the field.