Provo, UT
Sep 21, 2024
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The BYU Cougars showcased a multifaceted attack, walloping the Kansas State Wildcats 38-9 in a startling late-night road contest. Kansas State initially appeared poised, capitalizing on the ground to build a 6-0 lead through Chris Tennant's field goals. Yet, a series of critical errors led to their undoing.
With turnovers kicking off a momentum swing, BYU seized control late in the first half. Tommy Prassas ignited the rally with a 30-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown, followed by Jake Retzlaff’s sharp 23-yard pass to Chase Roberts. The Wildcats were shell-shocked as Avery Johnson’s first-half interceptions worsened their predicament. BYU’s defense extracted five turnovers and Parker Kingston electrified the crowd with a jaw-dropping 90-yard punt return, making Kansas State’s climb back improbable. By the end of the third quarter, the Cougars had scored 31 unanswered points, aided by Darius Lassiter’s score and Sione Moa's clinic in ground game efficiency. Ultimately, BYU’s confident handling of the Wildcats secured their first Big 12 victory and preserved their undefeated start.
Chris Tennant (Kansas State)
Kicked a 32-yard field goal to cap a 12-play drive, giving Kansas State a 3-0 lead.
Chris Tennant (Kansas State)
Added another field goal from 36 yards out, extending the lead to 6-0 after the Wildcats established early ground dominance.
Tommy Prassas (BYU)
Recovered DJ Giddens' fumble and returned it for a 30-yard touchdown, swinging the momentum to BYU.
Tyler Batty (BYU)
Intercepted Avery Johnson, setting up a short field for the BYU offense.
Jake Retzlaff (BYU)
Capitalized on the turnover with a precise 23-yard touchdown pass to Chase Roberts, expanding BYU's lead to 17-6 just before halftime.
Harrison Taggart (BYU)
Intercepted Avery Johnson on the first series of the second half, returning it to the Kansas State 27-yard line.
Jake Retzlaff (BYU)
Immediately turned the turnover into points with a 3-yard touchdown pass to Darius Lassiter, putting BYU in firm control at 24-6.
Parker Kingston (BYU)
Executed a dazzling 90-yard punt return for a touchdown, breaking several tackles and extending BYU's lead to 31-6.
Sione I Moa (BYU)
Scored his first career touchdown on a 21-yard run, sealing BYU's convincing victory.
Jake Retzlaff (BYU, QB)
Efficiently led the offense, completing 15 of 21 passes for 149 yards, capitalizing on turnovers with two key touchdowns and avoiding mistakes.
Sione I Moa (BYU, RB)
Sparked the ground attack with 76 rushing yards on 15 attempts, including a pivotal 21-yard touchdown run that sealed the victory, while adding 17 receiving yards on three catches.
Parker Kingston (BYU, WR)
Breathtaking 90-yard punt return for a touchdown that electrified the stadium and effectively buried any Kansas State comeback hopes.
Harrison Taggart (BYU, LB)
Was a defensive cornerstone, registering crucial plays, including an interception that set up a touchdown early in the second half, rattling the Kansas State offense.
DJ Giddens (Kansas State, RB)
Ground out 93 yards on 19 attempts, serving as the Wildcats' most consistent performer amid turnover woes.
Tommy Prassas (BYU, S)
Catapulted BYU’s scoring with a 30-yard fumble return touchdown late in the first half, igniting the Cougars' rally.
Kansas State Wildcats
3
3
3
0
9
BYU Cougars
0
17
14
7
38
