Explosive Plays

Arizona has the better big-play matchup. BYU can keep the game on schedule by preventing chunk gains and forcing longer drives.
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Wildcats
2026 record through 2026-09-08T11:55:59+00:00: 1-0 · Big 12
Saturday Index win outlook
61%
BYU leads the Saturday Index outlook
Arizona win probability 39%; BYU win probability 61%.
Cougars
2026 record through 2026-09-08T11:55:59+00:00: 1-0 · Big 12

BYU can set the terms by establishing the run.
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The matchups most likely to shape Saturday.

Arizona has the better big-play matchup. BYU can keep the game on schedule by preventing chunk gains and forcing longer drives.

BYU has the stronger rushing matchup. Limiting steady gains is the clearest way for Arizona to avoid long, favorable drives.

Arizona has the stronger passing matchup. BYU needs pressure and disciplined coverage to keep completions from becoming explosive plays.