BYU routs Southern Utah, but underlying issues in the running game persist
Brigham Young Cougars running back Deion Smith , celebrates his touchdown, in football a between the Southern Utah Thunderbirds and the Brigham Young Cougars, at Lavell Edwards Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.BYU’s offensive problems weren’t erased on Saturday, but they were masked better in a 41-16 win over Southern Utah.
The running game mustered only 50 yards and averaged under three yards a carry. It might be an issue against the 10 Power Five teams ahead, but against SUU it was enough. Tight end Isaac Rex led all receivers with 112 yards receiving and a touchdown. Chase Roberts chipped in 84 yards and a score. Lassiter finished with 73 yards and five receptions.
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