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Controversy aside, BYU makes big statement for Big 12 with thrilling upset of Notre Dame

BYU delivered a stunning upset over Notre Dame in a high-stakes college football clash, handing the top-2 Irish their first loss of the season. The Cougars (6-0) overcame a shaky start from the Irish, who lost edge rusher Boubacar Traore to ejection for a helmet hit on BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier in the first quarter.

BYU capitalized on Notre Dame’s early struggles, including a controversial fumble call on quarterback CJ Carr’s spike attempt at halftime, to build a 21-10 lead. Notre Dame rallied in the second half, with special teams standouts Bubba Frazier and Joey O’Brien sparking a late comeback, but BYU’s defense held firm, sealing a 28-24 victory with a clutch touchdown pass from Bachmeier to Walker Lyons in the final minutes.

The win sends shockwaves through the college football rankings, with Notre Dame’s hopes of reclaiming the No. 1 spot now hinging on their upcoming showdown with No.

3 Miami on November 7. Meanwhile, a disputed pass interference call on the final play—where BYU’s Evan Johnson made contact with Notre Dame’s Jaden Greathouse—could resurface as a lingering controversy for the Irish heading into the season’s final stretch.

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