The Deseret News is providing live coverage of Saturday’s Pop-Tarts Bowl between BYU and Georgia Tech. Check back for updates throughout the game.
Halftime
Georgia Tech 21, BYU 10
Second quarter
Georgia Tech 21, BYU 10
5:15 — In less than 15 seconds, Georgia Tech went from being down by three points to leading by two scores.
The Yellow Jackets immediately capitalized on Hagen’s fumble with another passing touchdown from the arm of Haynes King. Georgia Tech 21, BYU 10.
Despite holding possession for nearly five more minutes than Georgia Tech, the Cougars still trail by 11 points and will have quite the uphill climb ahead of them.
5:19 — Disaster for BYU.
Following Georgia Tech’s go-ahead score, Cody Hagen fumbled the ensuing kick return, with the Yellow Jackets jumping on the football for the first turnover of the game. Georgia Tech 14, BYU 10.
Georgia Tech will get the football at the BYU 5-yard line.
5:28 — It’s officially a shootout.
Georgia Tech takes its first lead of the day on a 5-yard passing touchdown from Haynes King to Eric Rivers. Georgia Tech 14, BYU 10.
9:49 — Will Ferrin puts BYU ahead with a 22-yard field goal. BYU 10, Georgia Tech 7.
Through three drives, the Cougars have racked up 192 yards of offense, though their lack of running back depth has already hurt at times.
Tight end Carsen Ryan has had a loud start to the day, catching five passes for 81 yards.
First quarter
BYU 7, Georgia Tech 7
0:20 — Georgia Tech ties it up.
The Yellow Jackets drove 75 yards on 10 plays, scoring on a fourth down fake field goal turned direct snap touchdown from Trelain Maddox. BYU 7, Georgia Tech 7.
4:56 — BYU gets on the board first.
Bear Bachmeier connected with senior Chase Roberts for a 7-yard touchdown to cap a five-play, 62-yard drive. BYU 7, Georgia Tech 0.
Roberts now has six touchdowns on the season and 18 for his eventful, lauded career.
8:39 — BYU’s lengthy opening drive ends with nothing to show for it.
The Cougars drove 74 yards down the field in 12 plays, only for reserve running back Enoch Nawahine to be stopped just inches from the goal line on fourth down. BYU 0, Georgia Tech 0.
With LJ Martin and Sione Moa both sidelined, BYU has been forced to throw more than usual, with Bear Bachmeier beginning 6 of 7 in passing for 56 yards.
However, Bachmeier appeared to aggravate a previous ankle injury during the drive. Keep an eye on how he looks health-wise moving forward today.
How to watch the game
The Pop-Tarts Bowl will be broadcast on ABC and can be streamed through the ESPN app.
Pregame prep
Here are a few stories to get you ready for the Pop-Tarts Bowl between BYU and Georgia Tech.