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BYU Stifles Stanford 27-3 as Defense, Ground Game Set Tone in Provo

The result underscored BYU’s transfer-driven reboot behind a stifling defense.

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BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier completed 7 of 11 passes for 97 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for two more TDs against Portland State last week.
Bear Bachmeier #47 of the Brigham Young Cougars calls a play against the Portland State Vikings during the first half of their game at LaVell Edwards Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Provo, Utah.

Overview

  • BYU improved to 2-0 with a 27-3 win, holding Stanford to 161 total yards, 12 first downs and 2-of-13 on third down while forcing three turnovers.
  • True freshman Bear Bachmeier, a spring transfer from Stanford, went 17-of-27 for 175 yards and added a short rushing touchdown in his first substantial FBS test.
  • Running back LJ Martin posted 110 rushing yards for his second straight 100-yard game as BYU controlled the line of scrimmage.
  • Stanford quarterback Ben Gulbranson threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, and interim coach Frank Reich said he did not consider a quarterback change.
  • BYU has outscored opponents 96-3 through two games, with transfer Tiger Bachmeier contributing a 44-yard punt return; Stanford fell to 0-2 and next hosts Boston College.