Provo • Six weeks ago, against Wisconsin, Brigham Young University rushed for 191 yards, averaging 6.8 yards per carry in a satisfying 24-21 win over the Big Ten power known for its stout defense and dominant line play. Tanner Mangum was sacked twice.
On Saturday, at LaVell Edwards Stadium against lesser-known Northern Illinois, with mostly the same personnel on the field, the Cougars rushed for just 93 yards, averaging 2.5 yards per carry, in an embarrassing 7-6 defeat. Zach Wilson was sacked five times.
What happened to BYU’s offensive line? There was plenty of blame to go around Saturday, but most of it should fall on that unit.