Eighth-ranked BYU failed to impress in a tight victory over Arizona State at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The Cougars' performance raised questions about their standing as a nationally ranked team, according to post-game analysis.
Tight end Walker Lyons was among the players featured in the contest, which saw BYU secure a win that did little to silence critics. The game highlighted ongoing concerns about the team's consistency against lower-tier opposition.



