Notre Dame loses to BYU 28-24 amid officiating controversy
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Notre Dame fell to BYU 28-24 in Provo, Utah, on October 17, 2026, due to poor play and controversial officiating decisions. After a strong start from BYU, Notre Dame briefly led 24-21 but allowed a late touchdown by BYU. With mere seconds left, Notre Dame attempted a game-winning touchdown but suffered a disputed non-call on pass interference that could have altered the outcome. The Irish will head into their bye week following this setback, which impacts their season goals.
- •Notre Dame scored first with a field goal after BYU's opening touchdown.
- •CJ Carr fumbled as he tried to stop the clock late in the game.
- •Notre Dame's defense forced multiple BYU punts in the second half.
- •A controversial no-call on pass interference ended Notre Dame's final drive.
- •BYU's touchdown in the last two minutes sealed the victory.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — BYU upsets Notre Dame after questionable non-calls on final play
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame loses on controversial no call at the end to BYU, 28-24
"Notre Dame lost to BYU with a mixture of poor play, bad timing, and a terrible officiating decision.
"The ending in Provo saw a few controversial no-calls.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 3:58 AMBYU upsets Notre Dame after questionable non-calls on final play
The ending in Provo saw a few controversial no-calls.
- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 3:33 AMNotre Dame loses on controversial no call at the end to BYU, 28-24
Notre Dame lost to BYU with a mixture of poor play, bad timing, and a terrible officiating decision.
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