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BYU 28, Arizona 17
BYU 28, Arizona 17
6:10— Have a day, Kyler Kasper.
Bachmeier found Kasper for a 12-yard touchdown, the Oregon transfer's second of the day, to give the Cougars a desperately-needed insurance score. BYU 28, Arizona 17.
Kasper's touchdown was immediately preceded by a 61-yard reception by Legend Glasker, giving BYU its most explosive play of the afternoon.
BYU 21, Arizona 17
9:37— BYU just put together its best drive of the day.
The Cougars came out of halftime and traveled 75 yards on nine plays into the end zone, as Bachmeier found Kyler Kasper for a 6-yard touchdown. BYU 21, Arizona 17.
For Kasper, it's the Oregon transfer's first career collegiate touchdown.
LJ Martin, who had just five total touches in the first half, logged three carries and a 23-yard reception to power the drive. Bachmeier also converted a key third down with a 15-yard keeper.
BYU Cougars wide receiver Reggie Frischknecht (18) celebrates a touchdown with his teammates during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Shane King (8) catches the ball for a touchdown during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars wide receiver Legend Glasker (1) catches the ball during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Shane King (8) dances with his teammate Tre Spivey (12) after scoring a touchdown during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars running back Lj Martin (4) pushes the pile forward as he runs with the ball during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Cole Rusk (14) catches the ball during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) throws the ball to his wide receiver Rodney Gallagher III (84) during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) dives for a first down during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars running back Lj Martin (4) runs with the ball during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake speaks into his headset during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars running back Lj Martin (4) runs with the ball during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Cole Rusk (14) is overthrown during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) makes a leaping pass during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Leroy Palu (95) sacks BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) during a football game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan encourages his players during a timeout at a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan yells at a referee during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars defensive lineman Tausili Akana (13) sacks Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) during a football game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Cole Rusk (14) runs with the ball during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats tight end Cole Rusk (14) runs with the ball during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) throws the ball during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Leroy Palu (95) celebrates a sack during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats running back Quincy Craig (24) is then down by BYU Cougars defensive end Braxton Lindsey (30) during a football game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona Wildcats running back Kedrick Reescano (3) runs with the ball during a football game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars wide receiver Reggie Frischknecht (18) crosses into the end zone during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars tight end Roger Saleapaga II (2) bobbles a pass during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars cornerback Therrian Alexander (1) celebrates after defending a reception during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars tight end Roger Saleapaga II (2) tries to obtain possession of a bobbled catch while defenders prowl to intercept the ball during a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake high-fives fans during the Cougar Walk ahead of a football game against the Arizona Wildcats at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Two girls sit on their father's shoulders during the Cougar Walk ahead of a football game against the Arizona Wildcats at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
The BYU marching band marches through fans during the Cougar Walk before a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) warms up before a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) warms up before a football game against Arizona at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. | Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
Arizona 17, BYU 14
Arizona 17, BYU 14
2:03— It's officially a dogfight.
Arizona regained the lead on a 16-yard touchdown connection between Noah Fifita and Shane King. Arizona 17, BYU 14.
Aside from his early interception, Fifita has been excellent this afternoon, completing 16 of 20 passes for 141 yards while running for 48 yards and a touchdown as well.
12:46— Reggie Frischknecht picked a good time for his first career touchdown.
BYU's sophomore receiver ended up wide open for a 25-yard score on a pass from Bachmier, giving the Cougars their first lead of the day. BYU 14, Arizona 10.
With two catches now this season, Frischknecht has already doubled his entire total from 2025.
Additionally, Bachmeier now has nine games with both a rushing and passing touchdown since the start of 2025, tying for the most such outings in the country during that span.
Arizona 10, BYU 7
0:24— Arizona ends a 12-play drive by making a 37-yard field goal. Arizona 10, BYU 7.
5:16— BYU ties it up.
Bear Bachmeier made the most of Uluave's interception by blasting forward for a 6-yard touchdown run, knotting the score at seven points apiece. BYU 7, Arizona 7.
Bachmeier now has 13 rushing touchdowns in 16 games at BYU.
5:58— Cade Uluave, welcome to BYU.
The veteran linebacker from Cal now has his first true highlight as a Cougar, snagging a third down interception of Noah Fifita and returning the ball to the Wildcats' 10-yard line. Arizona 7, BYU 0.
9:10— Arizona strikes first.
The Wildcats marched down the field following the opening kickoff for a 75-yard touchdown drive, culminating with Noah Fifita diving into the end zone on an 11-yard scramble. Arizona 7, BYU 0.
Fifita carved up the Cougars right away, completing 6 of 7 passes for 52 yards before his touchdown run.
Arizona averaged 6.7 yards per play and notched six first downs on its opening drive, giving Kelly Poppinga's BYU defense its first frustration of the young season.
Bear Bachmeier and the Cougars will now look to counter with points of their own.
BYU's Big 12 opener against Arizona will be broadcast on FOX and can be streamed through the Fox Sports app.
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