PROVO, Utah — The Bear abides after BYU QB Bear Bachmeier powered through the heart of Utah’s stout defense for a game-changing fourth-quarter touchdown to lead 24-14.

The true freshman showed exactly why he has become the toast of the Big 12 with a gutsy drive that gave the Cougars a massive Holy War advantage.

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BYU attempted two passes on the eight-play drive, favoring the ground game of LJ Martin and Bachmeier. Martin opened the drive with 17 yards on two carries before two completions set up 1st and 10 on the Utah 33.

After Martin carried his team into the red zone, Bachmeier went to work.

The 6’2, 220-pounder kept the football and went right into the heart of Utah’s defensive core. After appearing to be st

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