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Bachmeier’s fuel to beat Irish reflects the nature of today’s recruiting game

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier delivered a stunning upset against Notre Dame on Saturday, leading his team to a 28-24 victory in a game that carried personal weight. The sophomore signal-caller, who had previously committed to Notre Dame in 2023, revealed after the match that the Irish’s recruitment tactics left a lasting impact.

Bachmeier, a Catholic athlete from Murrieta, California, had announced his Notre Dame pledge in July 2023, sharing his excitement on social media alongside a photo of his grandparents and a ‘Notre Dame No. 1 Fan’ license plate.

However, the program ultimately shifted focus to five-star recruit Deuce Knight, leaving Bachmeier on the outside of their plans. His post-game remarks, though guarded, hinted at lingering frustration, as he acknowledged the program’s strategic move while expressing pride in his team’s triumph over the Fighting Irish.

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