Former BYU RB Tyler Allgeier Runs Through Defender For Second TD Of Season
Sep 28, 2025, 1:43 PM | Updated: 2:39 pm
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Tyler Allgeier #25 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates a touchdown during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
(Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
ATLANTA — Former BYU running back Tyler Allgeier punched in his second touchdown of the season in week four against the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
After a misdirection in the backfield, Allgeier bounced to the outside and met a defender inside the five-yard line before reaching across the goal line.
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The TD put the Falcons up by two scores, paving the way for a big win at home. Allgeier finished with 16 carries for 51 yards and a touchdown in week four.
Allgeier’s career-high for rushing touchdowns in a season is four, set back in 2023. With two scores through four weeks, the former Cougar is on pace to demolish that mark.
About Tyler Allgeier
The Fontana, California native played for the Cougars from 2018-21. He played linebacker before switching to running back full-time ahead of the 2020 season.
During his time in Provo, Allgeier ran the ball 452 times for 2,899 yards and 36 touchdowns.
Allgeier set BYU’s single-season rushing record with 1,601 yards on the ground in 2021.
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Following his standout career in Provo, the Falcons selected the former Cougar running back with the No. 151 overall pick during the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
During his rookie season in 2022, Allgeier carried the ball 210 times for 1,035 yards and three touchdowns. He also recorded 16 receptions for 139 yards and a touchdown.
In 2023, Allgeier took 186 carries for 683 yards and four touchdowns. In the passing game, he had 18 receptions for 193 yards and a touchdown.
In year four, Allgeier took 137 carries for 644 yards and three touchdowns. He added 13 catches for 88 yards through the air.
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