Scott G Winterton, Deseret News
PROVO — Among the many stats that can indicate success for an offense is third-down conversions.
Last season, BYU ranked 101st nationally in that category, converting only 62 of 168 chances (37 percent).
But in games in which the Cougars converted 40 percent or better on third downs in 2018, they posted a 6-0 record. When that number was below 40 percent, they were 1-6.
“That’s a pretty telling stat,” said offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes.
For that reason, third-down conversions have been a focus during the offseason.