Today’s Irish Fan Game Plan: Contain BYU’s Bear Bachmeier
This week, One Foot Down asked our connected Notre Dame football fans to weigh in on what they say is the biggest obstacle to the Irish prevailing in Provo today. We heard from 53 respondents, and almost six out of every ten said: Box in Bear Bachmeier, beat BYU. Bachmeier is 77-for-106 for 1,o33 yards, […]
In a recent discussion on One Foot Down, Notre Dame football fans were asked about the biggest obstacle they see the Irish facing in their upcoming game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Out of 53 respondents, 60% believed the key to victory is to "Box in Bear Bachmeier, beat BYU." Bachmeier, a sophomore QB, has been a force on both sides of the ball, completing 77 of 106 passes for 133 yards and eight touchdowns, while also rushing for 239 yards on 36 attempts and scoring four more times.
The Irish haven't allowed a rushing touchdown this season, so could Bachmeier's dual-threat game break their record today? Some fans think altitude could be an issue, as LaVell Edwards Stadium sits 4,649 feet above sea level, higher than Notre Dame Stadium's 723-foot elevation. Would the Irish struggle on the field due to the thinner air?
Additionally, the article notes that BYU's running backs, particularly redshirt junior Preston Rex and freshmen Journee Tonga and DeVaughn Eka, may be relied upon more heavily if their star player, L.J. Martin, is not available. Martin, the Big 12's Offensive Player of the Year in 2025, has averaged 344 rushing yards per game and contributed significantly as a receiver.
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