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Top 10 BYU victories in the LaVell Edwards era

BYU coach LaVell Edwards and Utah Coach Ron McBride greet each other before the game at Rice Eccles Stadium at the University of Utah, Friday, November 24, 2000. Photo/Johanna Workman (Submission date: 11/25/2002)

LaVell Edwards revolutionized BYU football, turning the once-moribund program into a national contender and leading the team to the national championship in 1984.

On Thursday, Edwards, the Cougars' head coach from 1972-2000, died at the age of 86. He leaves behind a storied legacy.

Here’s a look at the top 10 BYU wins in the Edwards era.