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The BYU Cougars improve to 5-0 after the home victory over the West Virginia Mountaineers. Here are the highlights.
The Cougars defeated West Virginia 38-24 Friday night in Provo, moving to 5-0 on the season and 2-0 in Big 12 play. Here are some of the most notable reactions to BYU’s win from social media.
West Virginia BYU Football BYU cornerback Therrian Alexander III (1) runs the ball after he intercepted a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against West Virginia, Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate ...
West Virginia vs. BYU Prediction: Can Bear Bachmeier, BYU Maintain Perfect Record on Friday Night? Friday night college football brings us to Provo, where the No. 23 BYU Cougars will host the West Virginia Mountaineers in a late-night Big 12 clash.
The Cougars played a cleaner game than the Utes and scored back-to-back fourth-quarter touchdowns to take control against Utah. The clincher was a 22-yard touchdown run from Bear Bachmeier on third-and-11 with 4:22 to play. The Cougars now have three straight wins over the Utes.
The contest pits two teams heading in opposite directions. BYU enters at 4-0 and ranked 23rd nationally, while West Virginia sits at 2-3 after a disappointing start to the season.
The Horned Frogs have lost three of the last four road games against the Mountaineers. And then there’s that Morgantown environment.
The Big 12 could be anyone's guess halfway through the year. BYU and Cincinnati are leading the conference after wins over Utah and Oklahoma State, respectively