The Deseret News is providing live coverage of Saturday’s game between BYU and UCF. Check back for updates throughout the game.
Second quarter
10:00 — The Cougars can’t capitalize on a turnover.
The typically accurate Will Ferrin hooked a 40-yard field goal left, keeping BYU’s deficit at seven points. UCF 14, BYU 7.
The Cougars had a 3rd and 1 try in the red zone but ended up losing 15 yards and settling for the unsuccessful field goal attempt.
13:20 — Evan Johnson to the rescue.
BYU finally got that stop on defense, as Johnson picked off Duane Thomas Jr. at the UCF 29-yard line to thwart a Knights trick play and continue the Cougars’ momentum swing. UCF 14, BYU 7.
Johnson now has four interceptions on the season, tying Tanner Wall for the BYU team lead.
13:34 — LJ Martin puts BYU on the board.
A week after his career night at Cincinnati, BYU’s talented tailback scored his ninth touchdown of the season to cut the deficit in half. UCF 14, BYU 7.
BYU traveled 65 yards across nine plays on the drive, with Tiger Bachmeier snagging an impressive third down reception and Carsen Ryan picking up 26 yards on a catch and run as well.
The Cougar defense will now attempt to stop UCF for the first time today.
First quarter
UCF 14, BYU 0
3:39 — It’s a disaster start for BYU.
The Cougars are now in a 14-point hole, with UCF finding the end zone again on a 20-yard touchdown reception by Agyeman Addae. UCF 14, BYU 0.
BYU went three and out on its first possession, while the Knights have ran 18 plays to put up 14 points.
Additionally, UCF has gashed the Cougars to go 4 for 4 on third down attempts thus far.
9:27 — UCF opens the game with a score.
The Knights capped a 11-play, 75-yard drive with a touchdown pass from Tayven Jackson to Dylan Wade. UCF 7, BYU 0.
How to watch the game
BYU’s matchup with UCF will be broadcast on ESPN2 and can be streamed through the ESPN app.
Pregame prep
Here are a few stories to get you ready for BYU’s game against UCF.