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Notre Dame’s Jonaz Walton sees significantly less playing time vs. BYU

Notre Dame running back Jonaz Walton’s role in Saturday’s 24–28 loss to BYU was sharply reduced compared to earlier performances, as the Fighting Irish fell to 6–1 in a hard-fought road game. The Cougars’ defense stifled Notre Dame’s offense late, with quarterback Bear Bachmeier leading BYU’s charge, including a rushing touchdown on a direct snap from the five-yard line.

Despite Walton’s limited action, the Irish managed a late touchdown drive, but BYU’s resilience—backed by coach Kalani Sitake’s aggressive game plan—secured the upset in Provo. The loss marks Notre Dame’s first defeat in over a year, ending a streak of dominance that had seen the team dominate until this weekend’s setback.

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