BYU's missed tackles among nation's worst, analysis shows
November 12, 2026 at 11:03 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
BYU has missed tackles at one of the highest rates in college football this season, according to a Salt Lake Tribune analysis. The defensive breakdown helps explain the Cougars' two losses and their struggles in close games.
The Cougars are working to address the tackling problem ahead of Saturday's game against Baylor. Missed tackles were a significant factor in BYU's four-interception loss to Utah.
BYU's College Football Playoff hopes remain alive but narrowed after the Utah defeat.
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