BYU tops Notre Dame in historic college football matchup

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

BYU tops Notre Dame in historic college football matchup
Summary

BYU's football team secured a notable victory over No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday night, finishing 28-24. The game featured intense back-and-forth action, culminating in a last-minute drive by Notre Dame, which fell short when quarterback CJ Carr's potential touchdown pass was incomplete as time expired. With this win, BYU achieved its first-ever victory in an AP top-10 matchup, improving to 6-0 for the season. The Cougars have signaled their competitive edge this season with aspirations not only for the Big 12 title but also for the national championship. They will next face UCF on the road before returning home to play Arizona State on Halloween.

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  • •BYU defeated Notre Dame 28-24 on October 17, 2026.
  • •The win marks BYU's first victory in an AP top-10 matchup.
  • •CJ Carr's last-second pass attempt to Jaden Greathouse was incomplete.
  • •BYU is now 6-0 and remains a contender for the national championship.
  • •Next, BYU will play UCF before hosting Arizona State on Halloween.
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BYU's football program made history on Saturday night.

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