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BYU safeties have proven to be playmakers this season

Brigham Young defensive back Micah Hannemann (7) eyes a loose ball as Boise State wide receiver Chaz Anderson (6) tries to reign it in during the first half of an NCAA football game between Boise State and Brigham Young in Boise on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016.

UMass (2-8) at BYU (6-4)

Saturday, Noon, MST LaVell Edwards Stadium

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PROVO — Under first-year defensive coordinator Ilaisa Tuiaki, BYU’s defense has taken shape and made improvement this season.

The players have responded well to the transition from a 3-4 defensive scheme to a 4-3 alignment.