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Tyler Allgeier Runs Wild As BYU Spoils Bronco’s Return With Virginia

Oct 30, 2021, 7:47 PM | Updated: Oct 31, 2021, 12:07 am

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BYU running back Tyler Allgeier (Courtesy of BYU Photo)

(Courtesy of BYU Photo)

BY MITCH HARPER
KSL Sports

PROVO, Utah – The sixth meeting all-time featuring BYU vs Virginia kicks off tonight at LaVell Edwards Stadium here in Utah Valley. This matchup is the first meeting between the two schools since 2014, and it marks the return of former BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall.

It's Tyler Allgeier's world, and we're just living in it. #BYU dominates in the 4th quarter to lock up the win.#BYUFootball #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/5zmK4GGG4y

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Both teams enter the game with 6-2 records. BYU comes into the matchup with a No. 25 ranking in the AP Top 25.

Although the Cougars have won four games this season against Power Five opponents, the Cavaliers are the fifth team the Cougars face from a power league.

In year six under Bronco Mendenhall, Virginia has exceeded everyone’s expectations by reaching bowl eligibility through the first eight games and won four consecutive ACC games. In addition, the Hoos boast the nation’s number one passing quarterback in Brennan Armstrong, who has thrown for 3,220 yards.

BYU won the last meeting between the two programs back in 2014. However, Virginia got the upper hand the previous year in 2013 and leads the all-time series 3-2.

KSL Sports is on location here in Provo for BYU vs. Virginia and we will have you covered throughout the day with all the latest from LES. Keep checking back here for updates throughout the game.

4th Quarter Updates

Taking turnovers and turning them into @tylerallgeier17 touchdowns 🤙#BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL #UVAvsBYU https://t.co/ydgW0CkL7p

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Tyler Allgeier has etched his name among the elite running backs in #BYU history. #BYUFootball #GoCougs https://t.co/He1HKEAZNe

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Brennan Armstrong of Virginia went back to locker room with an apparent rib injury.

That really sucks. He was unbelievable today for the Cavaliers.

He’s #NFL caliber.

I love a lefty thrower as well. @19scottmitchell

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

#BYU LB @jensen_drew comes up with the interception.#BYUFootball #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/QY2zyqbx0x

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Drew Jensen with the INT. Signature moment of his #BYU career for the former Brighton Bengal. #BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

The play of Alden Tofa's career so far at #BYU. A sack on Virginia's Brennan Armstrong. John Nelson was also in on the play.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Tyler Allgeier is eating tonight 🍽

4 TDs for #BYU’s star RB. pic.twitter.com/EGhFJfDof9

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

NFL, take notice of Tyler Allgeier.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

I've literally NEVER seen 2 defenses play so terrible in the same game.
Ever…
This BYU v UVA game is tough to watch.

Props to both offenses.

— Hans Olsen (@975Hans) October 31, 2021

Former #BYU commit, Virginia RB Wayne Taulapapa fumbles the football. Recovered by BYU DE Uriah Leiataua.

It's under review.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Neil Pau’u finds the end zone for a Touchdown!#BYU regains the lead to open the 4th quarter.#BYUFootball #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/EcZcz3qohz

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Neil Pau'u has been so good for #BYU this season. Underappreciated player.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

3rd Quarter Updates from BYU vs. Virginia

We're for in a wild fourth quarter.

Buckle up #BYU fans.#BYUFootball #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/2NFg1VoB7F

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Tyler Allgeier literally just dragged a man for 5 yards. WOW

— Jake Hatch (Yawk) (@JacobCHatch) October 31, 2021

Jackson McChesney checked into the game before the end of the 3rd quarter because Tyler Allgeier's cleat fell off. #BYU #BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

#BYU showing why they were a perfect fit for the Big 12. #BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

The positioning of the official on that non-called PI for UVA was the reason it wasn't called. Nacua shielded the jersey tug there & the defender was in tight on him to hide it even more so

— Jake Hatch (Yawk) (@JacobCHatch) October 31, 2021

Touchdown Virginia on 4th down inside the red zone.@UVAFootball – 49@BYUFootball – 45

2:10 | 3rd #UVAvsBYU #BYU #GoCougs

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Just run the ball

— Scott Garrard (@ScottyGZone) October 31, 2021

That sequence hurts. #BYU defense makes a stop and the offense fails to capitalize after moving into scoring position. @kslsports #GoCougs

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

Oldroyd misses the field goal off the upright. Virginia takes over.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

This BYU-Virginia is bonkers!#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU #GoCougs https://t.co/tUjz0s4I38

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Insane offensive numbers in the first half from #BYU vs. Virginia.

Total Yards: 384 (BYU), 448 (UVA)
Pass: 283, 280
Rush: 101, 168
Avg Yards Per Play: 8.9, 12.9#BYUvsUVA #BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

2nd Quarter Updates

Virginia scored 35 points in the 2nd quarter. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/j1LQoESpyI

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Every 10 likes we’ll make these scores bigger… pic.twitter.com/q1qyV7WRJa

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Samson Nacua was a bright spot for #BYU in the first half.#BYUFootball #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU https://t.co/xQiiDcKMeU

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Virginia is on pace to rack up 900 yards of offense tonight.

Think about that. Unreal. Major adjustments required by #BYU at the half. @kslsports #UVAvsBYU

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

Virginia has scored 35 points in the 2nd quarter.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

That was….not good.

— Scott Garrard (@ScottyGZone) October 31, 2021

#BYU DL Gabe "Gumby" Summers walking off the field next to trainers. Summers has been playing through an injury the past few weeks.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Put some respect on Samson Nacua's name. Big time 40-yard TD grab.

Back-and-forth we go here at LES.#BYU #UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

#BYU defense can't tackle. Just like that, Virginia has overcome a 21-0 deficit and is now in the lead. What a turn of events.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Absence of Chaz Ah You is significant right now in #BYU's linebacker unit.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Shades of #BYU-Virginia in 1999. One team jumps out to a 21-0 lead. The other starts to get back in it.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

70-yard strike for Virginia. What a TD there for the Hoos

— Jake Hatch (Yawk) (@JacobCHatch) October 31, 2021

Chris Jackson has been ejected for targeting.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

I hate targeting. It needs to be completely revamped. That's all

— Jake Hatch (Yawk) (@JacobCHatch) October 31, 2021

That's not targeting.

— Hans Olsen (@975Hans) October 31, 2021

Virginia calls a timeout as #BYU tried to catch UVA off guard on 4th & 1 and run a play. Probably need to punt now.

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

The #BYU offense has found their identity.

Tempo has changed everything for this group and it’s impressive.

⁦@kslsports⁩ #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/7Dea1Jda1M

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

Virginia gets their first explosive play of the game at the 12:29 mark of the 2nd quarter.

Armstrong to Jelani Woods for a 40-yard touchdown grab.

Bronco's guys won't go down easy. #BYU #UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

#BYU feasting on Virginia's defensive line. Cougars up 28-7.#BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

1st Quarter Updates

Excellent completion from Jaren Hall on the out to Neil Pau'u near the sideline. Great ball. #BYU #BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Virginia answers with some clutch 3rd and 4th downs. Gets an answer with QB Brennan Armstrong on a keeper TD.

BYU leads 21-7 with 3:22 remaining in the 1st.#BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

The late games on ESPN are the WORST!
Just the worst.

— Hans Olsen (@975Hans) October 31, 2021

Virginia answers with some clutch 3rd and 4th downs. Gets an answer with QB Brennan Armstrong on a keeper TD.

BYU leads 21-7 with 3:22 remaining in the 1st.#BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

We’re not even halfway through the first quarter and it’s 21-0. #BYU pic.twitter.com/M2hNguJQHg

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

That’s probably the best pass of the season for Jaren Hall.

Perfect spiral, perfect ball location in the back corner of the end zone for Puka Nacua.

I did not seeing this coming. #BYU rolling early. @kslsports #UVAvsBYU

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

Jaren Hall to Puka Nacua was a thing of beauty.

Man, #BYU is coming out and making a statement on Bronco's Virginia Cavaliers. #BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Touchdown Tyler for the seventh straight game. 💪#BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL #UVAvsBYU https://t.co/82NKM1Svyh

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Tyler Allgeier in beastmode right now.#UVAvsBYU #BYU #GoCougs

📷: @BYUPhoto pic.twitter.com/CbeeN6NQFk

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

When Jaren Hall has early success on the ground, he's dynamite. #BYU #BYUFootball @kslsports

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

#BYU sends a statement to Virginia's defense. Regained that aggressive playcalling that maybe wasn't there a week ago on the Palouse.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Whoa! Phenomenal opening drive by the #BYU offense.

Love the tempo on that drive. Agressive play calling by A-Rod. #UVAvsBYU #GoCougs

— Matthew Baiamonte (@baiamontematt) October 31, 2021

Jaren Hall had the #BYU offense clicking in the opening minutes against Virginia.#UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball #GoCougs https://t.co/qKR8iMumca

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Best offensive series from #BYU in 2021?

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Excellent start on defense for #BYU. Earl Tuioti-Mariner created some pressure on 3rd & 5 on Armstrong, Cougar D gets off the field.#UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

BYU vs Virginia Pregame

#BYU LB/DB Chaz Ah You is not playing tonight due to an injury.#BYUFootball #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/n3D9Ni1K3M

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Tonight's @BYUfootball helmet. 😍

📷: @BYUPhoto #BYU #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/rkxRAtH3L1

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

The Virginia Cavaliers head back to the locker room in preparation for opening kick in the return of Bronco Mendenhall to #BYU. #UVAvsBYU #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/nuIXAXlYqO

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Robert Anae leads the nations 3rd best offense in his return to Provo Utah. #BYU #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/frtDjZ5Mje

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Bronco Mendenhall observing warmups 30 minutes prior to kickoff. #BYU #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/3tbmsJZYIx

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Former coaches Jason Beck and Garett Tujague getting ready to face #BYU in their return to Provo. #UVAvsBYU #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/hvlXgfzi9i

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Bronco Mendenhall takes the field in his return to Lavell Edwards Stadium. #BYU #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/sAvwtdMcdy

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Virginia players clapped for Bronco as he returned to the field at LES for the first time since 2015. #BYU #UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball pic.twitter.com/RbTBGgkl9j

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Bronco Mendenhall takes the field in his return to Lavell Edwards Stadium. #BYU #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/sAvwtdMcdy

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Virginia players clapped for Bronco as he returned to the field at LES for the first time since 2015. #BYU #UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball pic.twitter.com/RbTBGgkl9j

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Bronco Mendenhall entering the LES visitor locker room for the first time as a head coach.#BYU #BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU
pic.twitter.com/Bc2JqZOFDv

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Gunner Romney going through phase one of pregame warmups. #BYU #UVAvsBYU @kslsports pic.twitter.com/zzuvU0piMu

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Former #BYU RB and coach Mark Atuaia back at LES.#BYUFootball #GoCougs #UVAvsBYU pic.twitter.com/tOcMXzuH5V

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

Former #BYU LB & assistant Kelly Poppinga is back at LES.#BYUFootball #UVAvsBYU @kslsports pic.twitter.com/JISIjBTZ7z

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Former #BYU RB Wayne Latu welcomed Virginia staffers Pat Hickman and Justin Anderson, who used to work for the Cougar football program.#BYUFootball @kslsports pic.twitter.com/PyeQsJGNmt

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 31, 2021

Kalani Sitake is ready to go for tonight’s game against Virginia. #BYU #UVAvsBYU #BYUFootball #GoCougs pic.twitter.com/OzrefREcSI

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 31, 2021

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