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BYU football suffers first loss of season in double overtime against UCF

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 12:46 AM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

BYU football suffers first loss of season in double overtime against UCF

Summary

BYU football faced a controversial double overtime loss to UCF in Orlando on October 24. A critical roughing the kicker penalty against BYU defensive end Kendal Wall allowed UCF to score a touchdown and secure a 39-31 lead. BYU was unable to respond on their final possession, marking their first loss after a previous win against Notre Dame. The ending led to a field storm, potentially resulting in a fine for UCF from the Big 12 due to fan behavior.

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By the Numbers

•BYU falls to UCF 39-31 in double overtime.
•UCF capitalizes on a controversial roughing the kicker call.
•The penalty occurred in the second overtime period.
•BYU suffered their first loss of the season.
•UCF's victory marks their first win over a top-five ranked team.

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12:46 AMYahoo Sports — BYU football gets brutal taste of officiating karma in controversial loss to UCF

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BYU benefited from controversy against Notre Dame. One week later, a disputed call helped send the Cougars to a stunning loss to UCF.
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