How can BYU rectify its third-quarter struggles?

BYU football is struggling with third-quarter performance issues that are jeopardizing their slim College Football Playoff chances. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier and the Cougars were highlighted following a game against Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium on November 7, 2026. The team needs both internal fixes and help from other results to keep their CFP hopes alive, according to Deseret News columnist Dick Harmon.