In a rapidly-developing matchup, Brigham Young University is expected to face off against Coastal Carolina on Saturday, December 5th. The game would take place at the Chanticleers’ home stadium in Conway, South Carolina.
According to a source close to the CCU program, their current opponent Liberty is expected to cancel due to a bevy of positive COVID-19 tests. The Flames’ current case count has reached double-digits, with further tests pending. Their defensive staff has not met since their most recent game against UMASS. Among the positive tests is starting quarterback Malik Willis. The Chanticleers expect the game against Brigham Young will move forward, and anticipate their stadium may be cleared for over 25% capacity.
ESPN’s College Gameday was previously slated to be in Conway this weekend, and will likely cover a matchup between 18th-ranked Coastal Carolina and 13th-ranked Brigham Young. This would mark the second ranked opponent of the season for each program. The Chanticleers defeated No. 21 Louisiana-Lafayette 30-27 on October 14th, while the Cougars handled 21st ranked Boise State 51-17 on November 6th. Each program is hoping that another ranked victory may help their cause to a New Year’s 6 bowl game, which would almost certainly require a top-12 ranking in the official College Football Playoff poll.
This is a developing story. Further updates may be made as details emerge.
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