BYU secures narrow victory over TCU to improve to 4-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

No. 10 BYU defeated TCU 17-10 on the road in Fort Worth on October 3, 2026. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier led a crucial fourth-quarter drive culminating in a 21-yard touchdown that sealed the win, overcoming offensive struggles and injuries to key players. BYU's defense played a critical role, recording four sacks and forcing an interception that set up their first touchdown. The victory marks the first time BYU has won at TCU in 20 years, improving their season record to 4-0.
- •BYU improves to 4-0 with win at TCU
- •Bachmeier scores decisive touchdown in fourth quarter
- •BYU's defense records four sacks and key interception
- •Two key players left the game with injuries
- •First BYU win at TCU in 20 years
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — It wasn’t pretty, but No. 10 BYU did what needed to be done
"In a defensive slugfest, the Cougars eked out a victory against TCU to improve to 4-0.
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