2012 Western Athletic Conference Leaders First Downs - Games in December/January Only through 01/07/2013
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas State | 1 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 23 | 23.0 |
| 2 | Utah State | 1 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 22 | 22.0 |
| 3 | New Mexico State | 1 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 21 | 21.0 |
| 4 | San Jose State | 1 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 19 | 19.0 |