TUCSON, Ariz. — BYU put together one of its better quarters in recent history to upset Arizona on the road 28-23 on Saturday to start of the season on an encouraging note.
The Cougars trailed just 10-7 at the half, but then outscored the Wildcats 21-0 in the third quarter to build a commanding 28-10 lead heading into the final 15 minutes. The quarter featured long and effective drives by the offense and the defense holding Arizona's offense to consecutive 3-and-outs to start the half.
It was one of the better well-rounded games put forth by the Cougars, with standout plays made by both the offensive and defensive units throughout.