PROVO, Utah – After accounting for five touchdowns in one half of football during his college debut, BYU football quarterback Bear Bachmeier was named Big 12 Freshman of the Week.

Bachmeier’s selection was likely an easy one when the Big 12 weekly awards were announced on Tuesday, September 2.

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BYU piled up 42 points offensively with Bachmeier under center despite being held scoreless for the first 11:02 of the opening quarter.

Bachmeier completed 7-of-11 passes for 97 yards and three touchdowns. The first TD of his college career came on a completion to senior wideout Chase Roberts.

He showcased his speed and large frame, picking up 32 yards on the ground and scoring twice.

Bachmeier became the first FBS pl

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