Notre Dame lost to BYU on the road on October 17, 2026, as a 10-point favorite, with BYU going 4-for-4 in the red zone to Notre Dame's 3-for-5. BYU was without running back LJ Martin, a potential top-100 pick. The Big 12 later admitted a second should have been left on the clock. The Irish dropped two spots to No. 4, and the discussion has settled on what they must do from here: Brady Quinn says they have to finish 11-1 and beat Miami to make the playoff. Steve Young says he went onto the field on instinct after the last play, not to lead the storming.