Oct 7, 2026 · 50 min
BYU reshapes its offense before Iowa State test
BYU Sports Nation: Tre Alexander & Journee Tonga Preview Iowa State
With LJ Martin and Isaiah Glasker unavailable, BYU must balance offensive adaptation, defensive depth, and focus before Notre Dame.
- 1BYU may lean on Bear Bachmeier’s passing while expanding roles for Journey Tonga and Preston Rex.
- 2Jake Clifton and Ciale Asera could help cover Isaiah Glasker’s absence as BYU faces Iowa State’s offense.
- 3Trey Alexander stresses full attention on Iowa State despite Notre Dame looming after a narrow TCU win.
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Journey Tonga explains how his late arrival, shifty running style, and 8.3 yards-per-carry average could translate into a larger role against Iowa State.
The brief
BYU enters Friday’s Iowa State matchup without running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker, forcing adjustments on both sides of the ball.
The hosts weigh a more pass-heavy offense with expanded roles for Journey Tonga and Preston Rex, while protecting Bear Bachmeier and preserving balance.
Defensively, Jake Clifton and Ciale Asera represent possible answers to Glasker’s absence, while the recent TCU scare argues against treating Iowa State as a trap game.
Cornerback Trey Alexander explains why Iowa State deserves full attention before Notre Dame and discusses how BYU’s pass rush can support the secondary.
Freshman Journey Tonga describes his late arrival, shifty running style, and readiness for a larger workload after averaging 8.3 yards per carry.
The episode closes with injury updates, broadcast information, Big 12 Power Rankings, and broader BYU sports headlines.