A Dominant Start to the 2026 Season
On September 5, 2026, the BYU Cougars opened their 2026 football season by defeating Utah Tech 63-7 in a commanding performance that left little doubt about their early-season form.
The Cougars surged to a 42-0 advantage by halftime, a margin they never surrendered, as their offense exploited every opportunity and their defense limited Utah Tech to just 7 points for the entire contest.
Offensively, quarterback Bear Bachmeier orchestrated the attack while wide receiver Legend Glasker contributed three touchdowns, including a 26-yard reception and a 33-yard run, amassing 81 yards on five touches.
Defensively, Kelly Poppinga’s unit was relentless, generating two interceptions—one by Tre Alexander and another by Evan Johnson—that helped stall Utah Tech’s progress and keep the scoreboard lopsided.
Although Utah Tech showed a modest improvement against BYU’s backup players in the second half, the Cougars’ starters had already established a commanding lead, and the team’s top‑15 national ranking was evident in the dominant display.