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BYU linebacker Jackson Kaufusi (47) tackles McNeese State quarterback Cody Orgeron, left, in the second half during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
PROVO — So far this season, BYU’s defense has faced two preseason Heisman Trophy candidates — Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate and Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor.
The No. 20 Cougars shut down Tate and contained Taylor as they defeated the Wildcats and Badgers, respectively.
But BYU likely is looking at its toughest defensive challenge when it visits No. 11 Washington Saturday (6:30 p.