NewsUCF Stuns No. 2 BYU 39–31 in Double Overtime: What Decided the Upset
UCF handed second-ranked BYU its first defeat of the season, surviving a chaotic finish before closing out a landmark win in the second overtime.
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ORLANDO, Florida — UCF beat No. 2 BYU 39–31 in double overtime on Saturday, October 24, 2026, turning one of college football's biggest weekend searches into a genuine upset. The Knights' official athletics site called it the program's first victory against an AP top-five opponent. BYU entered unbeaten and ranked second; it left with a 6–1 overall record.
UCF vs BYU final score and the decisive overtime sequence
The score was 24–24 at the end of regulation. In the first overtime, BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier found Legend Glasker for a touchdown and a 31–24 lead. UCF responded immediately: Keyone Jenkins connected with Josh Derry for a score on the Knights' first play, and the extra point forced another period.
In double overtime, Jenkins found tight end Grayson Brousseau for a two-yard touchdown. UCF converted the required two-point attempt, making it 39–31. BYU advanced to the UCF 4-yard line on its response but could not complete the fourth-down pass that would have kept its comeback alive. That final stop made the score official.
Why the game reached overtime
Regulation had its own extraordinary finish. UCF drove into potential field-goal range late, helped by a replay reversal and a BYU penalty. But BYU blocked Will Stone's 47-yard attempt. A complicated clock sequence then ended regulation with the teams tied. The blocked kick gave the Cougars another chance, yet UCF proved more productive across the extra possessions.
It is easy to focus only on the last play, but the groundwork came earlier. BYU's own game report says UCF held the Cougars to 116 rushing yards, well below their pregame average of 223.8. BYU quarterback Bachmeier completed 16 of 32 passes for 257 yards and two passing touchdowns, with one interception. That contrast between passing gains and a constrained ground game helps explain why BYU could not control the contest.
What the result means for both teams
UCF improved to 4–3 overall and 2–2 in Big 12 play. BYU fell to 6–1 and 3–1 in conference play. One defeat does not by itself settle the postseason picture, but a loss to an unranked opponent complicates the argument for a top playoff seed and increases the value of remaining conference games.
For the Knights, the result supplies evidence that their offense can answer pressure and their defense can deliver a high-stakes stop. For BYU, the next test is whether its rushing attack can recover against Arizona State on October 31, as the school listed in its postgame notes. Fans should consult the schools' schedules for subsequent changes.
Frequently asked questions
Who won BYU vs UCF on October 24, 2026?
UCF won 39–31 in double overtime in Orlando.
Was BYU undefeated before the game?
Yes. BYU entered 6–0 and left 6–1.
Who scored the decisive UCF touchdown?
Keyone Jenkins passed to Grayson Brousseau in the second overtime; the ensuing two-point conversion and defensive stop preserved the victory.
Sources and verification
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- UCF Athletics official result
- BYU Athletics official play-by-play recap
- Associated Press game recap via CBS Sports
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