GREENVILLE, North Carolina – True freshman QB Bear Bachmeier used the play-action pass attack to set up the first scoring drive of the night for BYU’s offense.

The Cougars are in North Carolina for a bout with the ECU Pirates on Saturday, September 20.

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The two-play drive began when Bachmeier hit a wide-open Chase Roberts across the middle for a 27-yard gain.

On the next snap, tight end Carsen Ryan sprang free for a 20-yard TD catch, his second of the season.

The TD gave BYU a 20-3 lead after it nursed a field goal lead for much of the first half.

The Cougars’ defense continues its dominance.

BYU has not allowed a touchdown through ten quarters and is the only FBS team yet to allow a TD.

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