BYU secures 34-28 win at Baylor with late interception

In a thrilling college football matchup on Saturday, No. 22 BYU secured a 34-28 victory against Baylor in Waco, Texas, maintaining their undefeated record. The Cougars initially dominated the game, building a substantial lead of 21-0 within the first quarter and extending it to 31-14 by halftime. Quarterback Jake Retzlaff played a pivotal role, throwing for two touchdowns and running for another, although he struggled in the second half with two interceptions. Crew Wakley’s game-clinching interception with just 59 seconds remaining sealed the win for BYU, marking their first Big 12 road victory. Despite a late surge from Baylor, which included a touchdown catch from Josh Cameron, the Bears were unable to capitalize on their opportunities. The game highlighted BYU's resilience and ability to hold onto leads, a crucial factor as they aim for a successful season in their new conference. With this win, BYU improved to 5-0, matching their two conference wins from the previous year, while Baylor fell to 2-3, continuing their struggles in Big 12 play. The Cougars will have a break before facing Arizona, while Baylor prepares for a challenging game against No. 18 Iowa State next week.