UCF vs. Brigham Young - October 26, 2024

BYU

FinalOct 26

UCF

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Teams

Cougars logo, Cougars 8-0, 1ST 7, 2ND 17, 3RD 10, 4TH 3, TOT 37

Knights logo, Knights 3-5, 1ST 0, 2ND 10, 3RD 0, 4TH 14, TOT 24

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14:57[4th & 12 @ UCF 22] W.Ferrin 41 yard field goal attempt is good, Center-BYU, Holder-BYU.

10:32W.Ferrin extra point is good.

10:43[3rd & 7 @ UCF 29] J.Retzlaff rushed for 29 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

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BYU's opening game vs Kenpom #18 Ohio State is tonight. Based on preseason rankings, it is their toughest non-conference game on the schedule, with the only possible exception of #7 Arizona, if both teams manage to meet in the last round of the Maui Invitational.

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College football’s coaching carousel keeps spinning. Greg Schiano, Lance Leipold and others face growing pressure as November arrives. https://t.co/TnHyY3slc0

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BYU Players in the NFL Week 8: Tyler Allgeier goes off, Puka Nacua shines, and what's up with Kingsley Suamataia? Here’s this week's summary of former BYU Cougars in the NFL. Players are ranked based on their year-to-date performance. No. 1 - Fred Warner, LB, San Francisco

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ESPN FPI Predicts BYU vs. Utah Top 10 Showdown, Updates BYU Win TotalWhen BYU takes on Utah, it is the biggest sporting event in the state of Utah every year. This year, the stakes are higher than ever before. It will be the firs

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BYU vs. Arizona State Takeaways: What is wrong with BYULet's be honest, vibes are bad in Provo. For the second straight week, BYU found itself in a dogfight with an overmatched team. Fortunately, they pulled out the

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BYU Opens as Underdog at UtahYour best source for quality BYU Cougars news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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BYU vs Arizona State game notes: pages from an uncomfortable home win vs. SparkyA week after a gut-wrenching road loss to UCF, BYU struggled to shake off their hangover from the monumental win over Notre Dame as they hosted Kenny Dillingham

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Big 12 Admits Officiating Error in BYU-Arizona State GameThe Big 12 acknowledged an officiating error that incorrectly awarded BYU a touchdown during the Cougars’ 27-20 win over Arizona State on Saturday. The controversial play came early in the first quarter with BYU facing second-and-goal near the Arizona State goal line. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier attempted to run the ball into the end zone but […]

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Ohio State Falls Out Of Top 10 😱The top 5 looks completely different after USC's massive win. Tap for full list 📲

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Everything Kenny Dillingham Said After Arizona State's 27-20 Loss vs. No. 8 BYUIn a game where the Devils were multi-score underdogs with a freshman quarterback making his first collegiate start, Arizona State ended up coming just short in

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TCU-Kansas Crowd Draws Attention Before Big 12 GameSaturday’s Kansas-TCU game in Fort Worth didn’t exactly draw a packed house. Just 10 minutes before kickoff at Amon G. Carter Stadium, large sections of the stands remained empty as the Horned Frogs and Jayhawks prepared for their Week 9 Big 12 matchup. Jamie Plunkett of Horned Frog Blitz shared a photo from inside the […]

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Official Score Prediction for BYU's Road Test at Arizona StateOn Saturday, BYU will be back in action for the first time since suffering a head-scratching loss to UCF. After beating BYU, UCF laid an egg in a blowout 41-9 l

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Halloween Games That Impact BYU's Big 12 and Playoff HopesAfter a spooky outing at UCF last week, the Cougars are looking to bounce back with a Halloween win over the Arizona State Sun Devils. Fortunately for BYU, it c

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Why BYU Still Controls Its Big 12 Championship Destiny After UCF SetbackNovember is right around the corner in what's shaping up to be a spectacular finish to the Big 12 title race. There are five teams in the Big 12 with one loss o

ASU May Start Frosh QB at BYU

Pete Thamel

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Sources: Arizona State freshman quarterback Jake Fette is in line to start at No. 8 BYU. A final decision will be made at gametime, as veteran Mike Keene is a gametime decision and would start if he’s able. He’s been limited in practice this week.

Big 12 Commish Stepping Down

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Sources: Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is leaving the conference. Yormark made the decision to leave and is expected to accept a new role outside of college sports in the near future. He’ll be with the league at least through January of 2027.

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Three Storylines I'm Watching Most in Arizona State's Week 9 Matchup Against No. 8 BYUIt will be a tall hill to climb for the Sun Devils in Provo, here is what stands out the most:

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BYU RB Sione Moa Removed From Injury Report, Clearing Path to Potential Return Against UCFBYU running back Sione Moa was not listed on the initial injury report for BYU's upcoming game at UCF. Players that are not listed on the injury report are pres

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Chris Marve Doesn’t Hold Back on Defensive Linemen Santana Hopper, Dylan ManuelThe Colorado Buffaloes are tasked with shutting down one of the best quarterbacks in college football against the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Saturday. North Texa

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BYU College GameDay Draws 3 Million Viewers, Third-Most EverESPN College GameDay‘s trip to Provo wasn’t just a memorable weekend for BYU. It was also a historic one for the network. College GameDay averaged 3 million viewers for Saturday’s show from BYU ahead of the Cougars’ showdown against Notre Dame, making it the most-watched episode of the 2026 season and the third-most-watched regular-season edition […]

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BYU's Win Over Notre Dame Becomes the Most Viewed Game in Modern School HistoryA record-setting audience watched BYU take down no. 2 Notre Dame in a historic top 10 showdown. On Tuesday, ESPN Public Relations announced that BYU-Notre Dame

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Rich Rodriguez Pays Tribute to Ike Morris Following West Virginia Businessman's PassingThe state of West Virginia is mourning the loss of one of its most respected business and philanthropic leaders as longtime businessman Ike Morris has passed away. Among those feeling the loss most deeply is West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Rich Rodriguez, who described Morris as “the most influential person” in his life. Rodriguez’s relationship […]

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Deion Sanders Doesn't Hold Back on Oklahoma State Quarterback Drew MestemakerThe Colorado Buffaloes are set to face Oklahoma State on Saturday, and Colorado coach Deion Sanders and his defense can expect to have their hands full with Cow

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UCF's Alonza Barnett III Won't Start vs. BYU as Big 12 Showdown LoomsUCF will once again be without starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III when the Knights host No. 2 BYU on Saturday, according to a report from Pete Thamel. Barnett is still recovering from the hamstring injury he suffered in UCF’s Sept. 12 loss at Pitt and is not expected to start against the Cougars. Instead, Keyone […]

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BYU Players in the NFL Week 6: Fred Warner and Puka Nacua continue to shine, but what's up with Tyler Allgeier?Here’s this week's summary of former BYU Cougars in the NFL. Players are ranked based on their year-to-date performance. No. 1 - Fred Warner, LB, San Francisco

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Week 7 AP Top 25 Poll🙌 Miami jumps to no. 1 📉 Texas drops 12 spots 📲 Tap for full rankings

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Bear Bachmeier's Go-Ahead Touchdown to Walker Lyons Almost Hit a RefereeWith 1:53 remaining in BYU's win over no. 2 Notre Dame, the Cougars were faced with a 3rd & Goal from the Notre Dame 6 yard-line. Notre Dame dialed up a blitz a

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Kalani Sitake Takes Blame for Failed BYU Fake Punt Against Notre DameBYU was cruising at the start of the second half against Notre Dame. Up 21-10, BYU was about to get the ball back near midfield before a muffed punt gave the ba

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Game Time Announced For Arizona State Football at No. 2 BYU on HalloweenGot Halloween plans? The Sun Devils do, now with a set time. On Saturday, Oct. 31, Arizona State football will travel to Provo, Utah, to take on the No. 2 BYU

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Six Other Heroes From BYU’s Momentous Win Over Notre DameYour best source for quality BYU Cougars news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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New CFP Bracket Predictions 🔮Week 7 changed everything. Latest projections after WILD weekend 📲

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ESPN FPI Predicts Potential Trap Game for BYU vs. UCF, Updates BYU's Playoff ChancesThere are many reasons why BYU's win over Notre Dame was so important. It was top 10 win at home, a win that catapulted BYU into the top two of the AP poll, and

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Vampire Cougars strike again in thrilling upset home win against No. 2 Notre DameSaturday night was the night BYU football proved they should be respected as playoff contenders and can hang with the big dogs. The energy surrounding this top-

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BYU Moves into Top 2 of AP Poll after Notre Dame WinYour best source for quality BYU Cougars news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Sunday Notebook Thoughts on BYU Upsetting Notre Dame in Historic GameWhat a night in Provo. The Cougars took down the no. 2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish and skyrocketed up to no. 2 in the AP Poll. That's the highest ranking for BYU

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AP Top 25: BYU Jumps to No. 2, Big 12 Lands Five Ranked TeamsThe Big 12 was one of the biggest beneficiaries of a chaotic Week 7 across college football. The latest AP Top 25 Poll was released Sunday, and BYU made the biggest statement for the conference, soaring from No. 8 to No. 2 following its 28-24 win over Notre Dame. The Cougars received 20 first-place votes […]

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CFP Bracket After Week 7 🏆Tap for latest scenarios and bowl projections after a crazy Saturday 📲

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BYU Skyrockets in AP Poll, Earns First-Place Votes After Upsetting Notre DameBYU has skyrocketed up the AP poll following an upset win over no. 2 Notre Dame. With the win over the Fighting Irish, BYU jumped all the way up to no. 2 in the

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Seven Takeaways From an Unforgettable BYU win over #2 Notre DameIt was a perfect day in Provo. BYU announced itself on the national championship scene with a 28-24 win over #2 Notre Dame to the delight of 65,000 fans and the

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Bear Bachmeier Heisman Trophy Odds Surge after Notre Dame WinYour best source for quality BYU Cougars news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Internet Trolls Notre Dame 😅Last year's Pop-Tarts Bowl opt out was NOT forgotten 📲

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Big 12's Clock Error in ND-BYUConference confirms that one second should've remained after incomplete pass on final play (ESPN)

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PFF Grades and Advanced Metric Breakdown From BYU Upset Over Notre DameWhat a night for the BYU football program. With the nation watching, no. 8 BYU delivered a 28-24 upset over no. 2 Notre Dame. In this article, we're breaking do

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BYU QB's Heated Presser 😳Bear Bachmeier reveals Notre Dame 'disrespected me and my family' during high school recruitment after upset win 🎥

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BYU's Historic Upset Over Notre Dame Was Personal for Bear BachmeierOn Saturday night, BYU sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier led the Cougars to a historic upset over Notre Dame. For Bachmeier, the Notre Dame game was personal

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Bear Bachmeier Says Notre Dame 'Disrespected' His Family Before BYUBear Bachmeier had a little extra motivation for BYU’s massive win over Notre Dame on Saturday night. And apparently, it dated all the way back to his recruitment. Following BYU’s 28-24 win over No. 2 Notre Dame, Bachmeier revealed that his experience with the Fighting Irish coming out of high school wasn’t one he had […]

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ESPN FPI Rankings: Texas Tech Takes Over Top Spot in Big 12There’s another change at the top of the Big 12 in ESPN’s Football Power Index. Following a wild Week 7 in the Big 12, Texas Tech has jumped Utah to become the highest-rated Big 12 team in ESPN’s updated FPI rankings. The Red Raiders climbed two spots nationally to No. 9 with an FPI rating […]

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Big 12 Admits Officials Made Mistake at End of BYU-Notre DameThe Big 12 has acknowledged a significant officiating mistake at the end of BYU’s 28-24 victory over Notre Dame on Saturday night. Notre Dame had driven deep into BYU territory in the final seconds and faced what appeared to be one final opportunity from the Cougars’ eight-yard line. CJ Carr’s pass intended for Jaden Greathouse […]

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Big 12 Admits Key Replay Mistake on Final Play of BYU Upset Over Notre DamePROVO, UT - Notre Dame should have had one more chance to beat BYU, according to a statement released by the Big 12 Conference. On the final play between BYU an

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Big 12 Football Week 7 Takeaways: BYU Upsets Notre Dame, Houston, Texas Tech RollWhat a Saturday for the Big 12. Week 7 delivered just about everything you could ask for: a massive upset in Provo, a statement performance from one of the conference favorites, a ranked thriller in Houston, rivalry drama and a walk-off field goal in Morgantown. But let’s start with BYU. The Cougars entered Saturday night […]

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Inside the Final Six Minutes of BYU's Dramatic Win Over Notre DameWhat a night in Provo. On Saturday night, no. 8 BYU took down no. 2 Notre Dame in one of the biggest wins in program history. The Cougars were in control of the

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Social Media Explodes After Instant Classic, Controversial Ending Between BYU and Notre DamePROVO, UT - What a night inside LaVell Edwards Stadium. No. 8 BYU beat no. 2 Notre Dame for one of the biggest wins, if not the biggest win, in program history.

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Upset! BYU Picks up Generational Win Over Notre DameYour best source for quality BYU Cougars news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CFB Week 7 Winners & Losers 📊😱 Multiple top teams fall ❓ Arch, Bryce's jobs in question 📲 Full recap after Saturday

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B/R CFB Top 25 After Week 7 🔢MASSIVE shakeups underway after chaotic slate. Tap for latest projections 📲

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BYU Stuns No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 to Stay UndefeatedBYU just picked up one of the biggest wins in program history. The No. 8 Cougars knocked off No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on Saturday night in Provo, staying undefeated and delivering a massive statement for both BYU and the Big 12 in the College Football Playoff race. And Bear Bachmeier delivered when BYU needed […]

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BYU Makes School History 🙌Cougars earn first EVER AP top-10 win with victory over No. 2 Notre Dame 📲

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More Chaos. No. 8 Cougars hold Irish on final play to win 28-24