No. 8 BYU Defeats Iowa State 24-10 Behind Bachmeier’s All-Around Performance
No. 8 BYU secured a 24-10 victory over Iowa State in Provo, Utah, driven by a strong performance from quarterback Bear Bachmeier, who threw for over 300 yards and two touchdowns, and added over 100 rushing yards.
Peoria Bloomington, IL, October 10, 2026 — No. 8 Brigham Young University (BYU) emerged victorious against Iowa State in a football matchup played in Provo, Utah, with a final score of 24-10. The win was significantly bolstered by the standout performance of BYU’s quarterback, Bear Bachmeier.
Bachmeier demonstrated a dual-threat capability throughout the game, contributing heavily to BYU’s offensive output. He surpassed the 300-yard mark in passing, successfully completing passes that resulted in two touchdowns for his team. In addition to his aerial success, Bachmeier also made a substantial impact on the ground, rushing for over 100 yards.
The Cougars’ defense was also instrumental in limiting Iowa State’s scoring opportunities, holding them to a total of 10 points. This defensive effort, combined with Bachmeier’s offensive prowess, allowed BYU to maintain control of the game and secure the conference win.
The victory marks another step for No. 8 ranked BYU in their current season. The game was held in Provo, highlighting the home-field advantage for the Cougars. Further details regarding specific game statistics, other player contributions, or the overall context of the season for both teams were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN COON, Associated Press on www.centralillinoisproud.com, see more information here.
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