BYU secured a 24-10 victory against Iowa State in a Big 12 football game held on Friday, October 9, 2026, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. The win was highlighted by a standout performance from quarterback Bear Bachmeier, who contributed to 438 yards of total offense.
Bear Bachmeier completed 22 of 30 passes for 329 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions. He also recorded nine carries for 109 yards. While Bachmeier's performance was noted as significant, the report suggested the Cougars' success may depend on his ability to maintain high production as LJ Martin remains out for three to four weeks. In contrast, the running game struggled without Martin, as Preston Rex, Journee Tonga, and Devaughn Eka combined for 17 carries and 54 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per carry.
The game featured several critical moments regarding BYU's aggressive coaching and special teams. Coach Kalani Sitake utilized an aggressive approach to fourth downs, though the team failed to execute on three attempts against Iowa State, including one from inside the 5-yard line and one near midfield. Additionally, Tiger Bachmeier struggled on special teams, fielding two punts inside the 5-yard line and muffing a fair catch in the second half, which the report noted shifted momentum toward Iowa State.
The victory comes during a period of heavy rain in Utah, which the author described as a monsoon season. Looking ahead, the Cougars are preparing for an upcoming game against Notre Dame.
The next major challenge for the BYU football team will be their scheduled matchup against Notre Dame.
