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BYU hosts Notre Dame in first top 10 matchup at LaVell Edwards Stadium

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026

BYU hosts Notre Dame in first top 10 matchup at LaVell Edwards Stadium

Summary

No. 8 BYU faces No. 2 Notre Dame tonight at 5:30 PM MT in Provo. This marks the first top 10 matchup in LaVell Edwards Stadium history. Notre Dame enters as a 10.5-point favorite, with both teams vying for a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff. Key factors for BYU include avoiding early deficits, achieving a positive turnover margin, and converting red zone chances into touchdowns, while also creating pressure on quarterback CJ Carr without relying on blitzing, as he excels under pressure.

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•BYU cannot fall behind early against Notre Dame's potent offense.
•The Cougars must aim for a turnover margin of at least +1.
•BYU needs explosive passing plays to open the run game.
•Scoring touchdowns in the red zone is crucial for BYU.
•Pressure on CJ Carr should be maintained without blitzing frequently.

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Here we go. The first top 10 versus top 10 matchup in LaVell Edwards Stadium history. No. 8 BYU hosts No. 2 Notre Dame in a huge clash in Provo at 5:30pm MT. The Irish come in as a 10.5-point favorite with serious national championship hopes. Both teams hope to be included in the 12-team […]
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