No. 8 BYU Defeats Iowa State Behind Bachmeier’s Strong Performance
No. 8 BYU defeated Iowa State 24-10, with quarterback Bear Bachmeier leading the Cougars by throwing for a season-high 329 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to a career-best 109 rushing yards.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 10, 2026 —
The No. 8 ranked Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars secured a 24-10 victory over Iowa State. The game saw a standout performance from BYU’s quarterback, Bear Bachmeier, who significantly contributed to the team’s win.
Bachmeier’s offensive efforts included a season-high 329 passing yards. He was credited with two touchdown passes during the contest. In addition to his success through the air, Bachmeier also achieved a personal best in rushing, accumulating 109 yards on the ground.
The win marks a notable achievement for the Cougars as they continue their season. The details regarding the specific date, location of the game, or further statistics beyond those attributed to Bachmeier were not provided in the summary.
The performance of quarterback Bear Bachmeier was central to the Cougars’ scoring and overall offensive output. His dual-threat capability, demonstrated by his passing and rushing yardage, proved to be a critical factor in overcoming Iowa State. The final score of 24-10 reflects the team’s ability to execute effectively on both ends of the field.
Further information regarding other player statistics, game incidents, or post-game commentary was not available in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by By JOHN COON, Associated Press on www.local10.com, see more information here.
