BYU football climbs off the canvas

BYU football is one step closer to clinching a bowl bid

BYU climbs off the canvas, finally finds a way to win a big game

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BYU football snaps losing skid in gutsy 31-28 road win over Boise State

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For the first time in 37 days, the Cougars are in the win column.

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BYU players have had tough postgame conversations the past month.

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Puka Nacua knew the game was on the line,his touchdown was impressive

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Wins on the Blue are really that rare.

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