No. 8 BYU Holds Off No. 2 Notre Dame, 28-24
No. 8 BYU defeated No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 in a football game held in Provo, Utah, with Bear Bachmeier throwing a late go-ahead touchdown and BYU's defense making a crucial goal-line stop to secure the win.
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, October 17, 2026 —
No. 8 BYU defeated No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 in a football game in Provo, Utah, with a late go-ahead touchdown pass from Bear Bachmeier and a crucial goal-line stop by the Cougars’ defense deciding the result.
Bachmeier’s touchdown put BYU ahead late, according to the available game summary. The summary does not specify the quarter, the distance of the pass, or who caught the touchdown. It also does not provide details about the teams’ scoring earlier in the game.
Notre Dame had an opportunity near the goal line, where BYU’s defense made the stop that helped preserve the four-point lead. The summary does not identify the specific play or provide further details about the sequence. BYU’s final margin was four points.
The game was played in Provo, Utah. The date, stadium, attendance and additional player statistics were not provided. No further information was available about the teams’ records, the broader significance of the result or what either team did after the game.
The reported result gives the final score and identifies two pivotal moments: Bachmeier’s late go-ahead touchdown and BYU’s defensive stand at the goal line. Beyond those details, the available information does not describe how the game unfolded or provide additional context on the teams’ performances.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN COON, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.
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