ESPN College GameDay visit to Provo highlights BYU football and faith

The recent visit of ESPN’s College GameDay to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, provided a platform for discussions regarding both football and religious faith. During the broadcast preceding the BYU vs. Notre Dame game, BYU head coach Kalani Sitake shared personal testimonies regarding his faith in Jesus Christ and the influence of his upbringing.

Host Pat McAfee also engaged with the university's religious context by reading from the Book of Mormon on air. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints utilized social media to provide additional context to these moments, sharing information about family history and the relationship between the Bible and the Book of Mormon.

Following BYU’s 28-24 victory over Notre Dame, Pat McAfee and former BYU quarterback Steve Young discussed the atmosphere in Provo. Young praised BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier for his performance during the upset, noting his readiness and ability to impact the game.