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Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Salt Lake Tribune
The NCAA's recent rule change allowing college teams to play two public exhibition games against any four-year schools has led to a more competitive and open preseason, exemplified by BYU's game against North Carolina at the Delta Center, with coaches and fans eager for more meaningful matchups and insights into team performance before the regular season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by 9News.com KUSA
The University of Colorado Buffaloes, led by Deion Sanders, will face the Brigham Young University Cougars in the Alamo Bowl on December 28 in San Antonio. This marks the Buffs' first bowl appearance since 2020, concluding a successful season where they narrowly missed the College Football Playoff. The game could be the last for key players Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, as well as potentially for Coach Sanders amid contract extension talks. The match will be broadcast on ABC.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FanSided
In a chaotic week for college football, both Colorado and BYU suffered losses, impacting their standings in the Big 12 and projected AP Top 25 rankings. Colorado was upset by Kansas, while BYU fell to Arizona State, which now has a strong chance for the Big 12 title game. Meanwhile, Penn State narrowly escaped a loss to Minnesota, maintaining its position despite doubts about its Top 5 ranking. These results suggest Colorado may drop out of the Top 20, while BYU's ranking is also at risk, and Arizona State could rise into the Top 15.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by On3
The latest College Football Playoff rankings have been released, maintaining Oregon as the top seed and projecting them as the Big Ten champion. BYU dropped in rankings after a loss to Kansas but remains the projected Big 12 champion. The 12-team playoff bracket features first-round byes for the top four conference champions, with Oregon, Texas, Miami, and Boise State currently holding those spots. The playoff picture is expected to evolve leading up to the final rankings on December 8.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
The BYU Cougars, currently undefeated at 9-0, face a significant challenge from the Kansas Jayhawks, who, despite a 3-6 record, have shown strong performances in the Big 12. Kansas, led by standout players like quarterback Jalon Daniels, poses a threat with their high-scoring offense and familiarity with BYU's strategies, thanks to their offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes, a former BYU coach. The Cougars, slightly favored, must overcome potential emotional fatigue from their recent win over Utah and leverage their home-field advantage to maintain their unbeaten streak.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
The BYU Cougars, ranked No. 6, will rely on their veteran receivers to compete against the high-scoring Kansas Jayhawks in an upcoming college football game. BYU, averaging 33.7 points per game, faces a Kansas team that has been scoring heavily in recent matches. The Cougars' offense, led by quarterback Jake Retzlaff and a strong receiving corps, will be crucial in maintaining their undefeated season. The game holds personal significance for BYU's Darius Lassiter, whose family has ties to Kansas. Injuries and player returns, including Kody Epps and Connor Pay, are also key factors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The latest College Football Playoff rankings have reshuffled the projected 12-team bracket, with Texas, Oregon, Miami, and BYU receiving first-round byes. Georgia fell out of the field after a loss to Ole Miss, while BYU moved up to the 3-seed despite a narrow win over Utah. The Big Ten now dominates the top rankings, with four of the top five teams, including Indiana, which rose after defeating Michigan. The SEC's traditional dominance is challenged as the Big Ten shows depth at the top.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
Utah athletic director Mark Harlan criticized the officiating in the Utes' 22–21 loss to BYU, claiming the game was "stolen" due to questionable calls, including a controversial holding penalty that allowed BYU to continue their game-winning drive. Harlan expressed disappointment with the Big 12 and plans to discuss the matter with the conference commissioner.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
After finishing their regular season and conference tournament in the Big 12 with a 16-16 record, the BYU Cougars women’s basketball team will be participating in the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament (WBIT), a 32-team event for teams that did not make the NCAA Tournament. Unseeded BYU will face 4 seed Santa Clara in the first round, with the winner advancing to play the winner of top-seed Washington State and Lamar. The team's head coach expressed excitement for the opportunity to extend their season and continue improving.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KUsports
The Kansas men’s basketball team secured an 86-67 victory against Texas despite playing without Kevin McCullar Jr., who is unlikely to return this season due to a bone bruise. With the Big 12 Conference regular-season title now a long shot, the Jayhawks are focusing on building experience for their reserves in the remaining four conference games. They will face BYU, a team known for its prolific 3-point shooting, with the game presenting a challenge for Kansas' defense. Coach Bill Self has implemented a new substitution system to manage player minutes, and guard Dajuan Harris Jr. has shown improvement in recent weeks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
TCU Horned Frogs women’s basketball team secured a 68-58 victory over the BYU Cougars in Provo, Utah, with a strong second-half performance, marking their second Big 12 road victory since 2021. Despite injuries and setbacks, TCU managed to outpace BYU in the third quarter and maintain their lead. BYU, navigating a new league, has faced challenges but showed resilience, with senior forward Lauren Gustin delivering standout performances. The Cougars will look to regroup in their upcoming road matchup with Iowa State.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
No. 4 Houston's 75-68 victory over No. 21 BYU was fueled by a strong 3-point shooting performance and a standout game from LJ Cryer. Despite a late rally from BYU, Houston secured the win with solid free-throw shooting in the final minutes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deseret News
Unranked Utah Utes upset No. 14 BYU Cougars 73-69, ending the Cougars' perfect season. Gabe Madsen scored 17 points, including a crucial 3-pointer, while Branden Carlson contributed 15 points. Utah held a halftime lead of 45-31 and withstood a comeback from BYU. Keba Keita made key plays, including tip-ins and forcing a turnover, to secure the victory for the Utes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deseret News
The BYU Cougars defeated Morgan State 93-50 in a dominant performance, improving their record to 4-0. Jaxson Robinson led the team with 18 points, followed by Fousseyni Traore with 17 and Noah Waterman with 15. Three key factors in the victory were the Cougars' strong second half, their ability to limit turnovers, and their efficient shooting. BYU will now face Arizona State in the Vegas Classic next week.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deseret News
The BYU Cougars suffered a humiliating 45-13 loss to the Iowa State Cyclones, who secured bowl eligibility and stayed in the Big 12 race. Iowa State dominated the game, scoring on seven of their first nine drives and amassing 443 yards of total offense. BYU struggled offensively, converting only 1 of 11 third downs and finishing with just 318 yards. The Cougars' lackluster performance was evident throughout the game, as they were thoroughly outplayed by the Cyclones.