BYU survives unranked Arizona State’s second-half rally, stays unbeaten at home
Eighth-ranked BYU beat Arizona State 27-20, recovering from a late third-quarter tie to preserve its unbeaten home record. The win matters for the Cougars’ standing as they head into next week’s rivalry game against Utah.
Arizona State erased a 14-point deficit with two touchdown passes from first-time starter Jake Fette, making it 17-17 late in the third quarter. BYU responded with a 45-yard field goal, then Sione Moa’s one-yard touchdown with just over two minutes left; Bear Bachmeier threw for 236 yards and a touchdown, while Fette had 166 yards and two scores.
In short
- BYU beat Arizona State 27-20.
- The Cougars remain unbeaten at home.
- Utah is BYU’s next opponent.
Explained simply
BYU, short for Brigham Young University, and Arizona State are university American football teams in the Big 12, a conference whose results help shape the wider college football season. BYU competes in Provo, Utah, while Arizona State is based in Tempe, Arizona.
A team’s record and national ranking can affect its chances of reaching the post-season play-offs. BYU’s home results are also part of its season record, and its next game against Utah is a long-running rivalry between neighbouring universities.