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The No. 17 BYU Cougars (5-0, 2-0 Big 12) have been on a roll lately, kicking off the season strong. They opened with a dominant 41-13 win over Southern Illinois in Provo at LaVell Edwards Stadium. They kept the momentum going in a close 18-15 victory over SMU in Dallas.
In Laramie, they took care of Wyoming with a solid 34-14 win. Back home in Provo, they cruised past Kansas State with a commanding 38-9 triumph in Big 12 action.
Most recently, BYU edged out Baylor 34-28 in Waco, snapping a 10-game losing streak in daytime matchups against FBS teams.
As they prepare for their next game, the Cougars are looking to turn that hard-earned victory into a streak, especially in early kickoff games. But the big question is—do they play today?
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Does BYU Cougars play today?
The Week 6 schedule offers a bit of a breather for fans along the Wasatch Front, with both BYU and Utah enjoying open weeks. Looking ahead, BYU will face the Arizona Wildcats in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 2 p.m. MDT in a Big 12 clash at LaVell Edwards Stadium. The Cougars’ extra rest during their bye week could prove more valuable than the actual kickoff time for that game.
Can BYU Cougars make it to the college football playoff this season?
Heading into Week 6, the Big 12 standings show BYU leading the pack with a perfect 5-0 record overall and 2-0 in conference play. Colorado and Texas Tech follow closely at 4-1 overall and 2-0 in the Big 12, while Iowa State and Arizona round out the top teams.
The BYU Cougars are emerging as serious contenders for the College Football Playoff (CFP) this season. Ranked No. 17 in the AP Poll, BYU’s undefeated streak and recent win against Baylor have sparked excitement about their playoff chances. They are the only unbeaten team in the Big 12, and some experts see them as favorites to win the conference.
A Big 12 title could easily land them a top-four playoff spot, especially with wins over strong teams like Kansas State boosting their resume. A few analysts even predict BYU could secure the No. 4 seed if they maintain this momentum.
BYU Cougars college football schedule 2024
The BYU Cougars' 2024 college football schedule is packed with exciting matchups, both at home in Provo and on the road.
Oct. 12, 2024: Arizona Wildcats in Provo, Utah, at 3:00 PM CT
Oct. 18, 2024: Oklahoma State Cowboys in Provo, Utah, under the lights at 9:15 PM CT
Oct. 26, 2024: Away game against UCF in Orlando, Florida (Time TBA)
Nov. 9, 2024: Rivalry game at Utah in Salt Lake City (Time TBA)
Nov. 16, 2024: Kansas Jayhawks in Provo, Utah (Time TBA)
Nov. 23, 2024: Away game at Arizona State in Tempe, Arizona (Time TBA)
Nov. 30, 2024: Houston Cougars in Provo, Utah (Time TBA)
The Cougars will have a mix of home-field advantage and tough road tests as they fight through their conference schedule.
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