Arizona Safeties Will Be Critical Versus BYU True Freshman QB Bear Bachmeier

Fansided | October 11, 2025

BYU true freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier has thrived throwing in the middle of the field in 2025 which makes Arizona safeties Dalton Johnson and Genesis Smith critical on Saturday.

Oct 12, 2024; Provo, Utah, USA; Brigham Young Cougars running back Hinckley Ropati (7) fumbles the ball against the Arizona Wildcats during the fourth quarter at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Arizona and BYU are the top two pass defenses in the Big XII. Which ever pass defense plays better could determine the winner on Saturday at Arizona Stadium.