LARAMIE, Wyo. — As BYU prepares to take on Wyoming in Laramie, fans are eager to see if the Cougars can finish their nonconference schedule undefeated. While the actual game will take place on Saturday night, we got an early look at the potential outcome through a simulation on EA Sports College Football 25.

This simulation was run without any player input — it's entirely computer-controlled, providing an unbiased preview of how the game might unfold. Though last week's prediction for BYU's matchup against SMU was far off, with the video game forecasting a high-scoring loss that ended up being a defensive slugfest in reality, we're giving it another shot.

Let's see if the video game simulation can get closer to predicting BYU's Week 3 matchup against Wyoming.

Setting the Scene: EA Sports College Football 25

Before jumping into the action, adjustments were made to the rosters to better reflect the actual lineups expected for Saturday's game. For BYU, running backs LJ Martin and Hinckley Ropati were removed, as head coach Kalani Sitake mentioned they were “doubtful” for the game due to injury. This meant Miles Davis got the starting nod at running back, with Mason Fakahua as his backup. Wyoming's lineup also saw changes, with running back Harrison Waylee sidelined due to injury.

BYU's all-white uniforms with royal blue trim and a royal blue helmet looked sharp on the simulated field, while the Wyoming crowd attempted to match the real-world "Stripe Out" planned for War Memorial Stadium. Unfortunately, the video game doesn't allow for such crowd details outside of Dynasty mode, but the atmosphere was still electric.

First Quarter

BYU's offense started the game on a high note, much like their real-life performance against SMU. Quarterback Jake Retzlaff wasted no time finding wide receiver Chase Roberts for a 33-yard gain, pushing BYU deep into Wyoming territory. A few plays later, running back Miles Davis burst through the defense for a 30-yard touchdown, putting the Cougars ahead early.

Wyoming's offense struggled out of the gate, with BYU's defense quickly forcing a three-and-out. A highlight of the drive was defensive end Tyler Batty delivering a crushing hit on a Wyoming ball carrier.

BYU's offense took over once again but stalled after a failed third-down conversion. Kicker Will Ferrin attempted a 48-yard field goal, which missed wide, leaving the score at 7-0.

Following another Wyoming three-and-out, Retzlaff connected with Chase Roberts again, this time for a 77-yard touchdown, giving BYU a commanding 14-0 lead by the end of the first quarter.

Second Quarter

The second quarter saw more of the same from Wyoming's offense, as the Cowboys couldn't generate any momentum. BYU's defense stifled them, and the crowd at War Memorial Stadium began to lose its energy. BYU, sensing an opportunity to bury the Cowboys early, increased their offensive tempo.

However, after moving the ball efficiently, wide receiver Keanu Hill dropped a crucial pass near the goal line, forcing another field goal attempt. Unfortunately for BYU, Ferrin missed again, this time hitting the upright on a 32-yard attempt.

BYU had one final chance to extend their lead before halftime. With just over a minute left in the half, Retzlaff led a quick drive down to Wyoming's 10-yard line. But in a pivotal moment, Wyoming safety Wrook Brown intercepted a pass in the end zone, giving the Cowboys a boost heading into the locker room.

The halftime score remained 14-0 in favor of BYU, but Wyoming now had a glimmer of hope.

Third Quarter

Wyoming capitalized on the momentum from their late first-half interception. Early in the third quarter, quarterback Evan Svoboda launched a 59-yard touchdown pass, cutting BYU's lead in half. Suddenly, what had been a dominant first half for BYU felt much closer.

Looking for an answer, BYU turned to Miles Davis, who had been effective throughout the game. Davis continued to churn out yards on the ground, setting up Retzlaff for a 19-yard touchdown pass to Keanu Hill, restoring the Cougars' 14-point lead.

The third quarter ended with BYU up 21-7, but Wyoming remained within striking distance.

Fourth Quarter

Wyoming opened the fourth quarter with a 19-yard field goal from John Hoyland, cutting BYU's lead to 11 points. However, BYU responded with a methodical, time-consuming drive that leaned heavily on the legs of Miles Davis. Davis added another 57 yards to his already impressive total, finishing the drive with a five-yard touchdown run.

With BYU now leading 28-10, Wyoming added a late touchdown, making the final score more respectable. The Cowboys attempted an onside kick, but BYU's hands team recovered, sealing the victory.

In the end, BYU finished with 508 total yards of offense, 338 through the air and 170 on the ground. Miles Davis was the star, rushing for 163 yards and two touchdowns. Wyoming managed 316 yards of offense, most of it coming in the second half, but they struggled to establish any balance, rushing for just one yard on 19 attempts.

Conclusion

While the EA Sports College Football 25 simulation predicted a comfortable BYU win, fans will have to wait for Saturday night to see how close the virtual game gets to reality. Whatever the situation, you can support your favorite team with College Football 25 Coins. If nothing else, the simulation showcased some standout performances and gave a glimpse into how the Cougars might handle Wyoming's defense. Will the real BYU offense dominate as much as it did in the simulation? Only time will tell.

MMOexp College Football 25 Team