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BYU coach Kalani Sitake comments on the coaching changes as Kyle Whittingham takes a new job at Michigan, with potential implications for BYU's coaching staff, especially regarding defensive coordinator Jay Hill's future.
BYU, ranked No. 18 and undefeated at 5-0, is set to face Arizona, which has a strong defense and a talented secondary. Experts highlight BYU's improved coaching, solid defense, and effective offense led by QB Aaron Roderick and RB LJ Martin. Despite recent dominance over Arizona, the prediction favors Arizona 24-20, citing injuries and the strength of Arizona's defense as key factors.
BYU Football, with a 4-0 record, will host West Virginia at LaVell Edwards Stadium on October 3rd at 8:30 p.m. MT. The game can be watched on ESPN, with pre- and post-game coverage on BYUtv and BYU Sports Nation GameDay. BYU has previously lost both past matchups against West Virginia.
BYU football is dealing with multiple injuries ahead of their game against East Carolina, including key players JoJo Phillips, Choe Bryant-Strother, and Justin Kirkland, but offensive lineman Weylin Lapuaho is expected to return. Coach Kalani Sitake dismissed rumors linking him to the UCLA coaching job. The team, after a 2-0 start, remains uncertain as they face their first road game of the season.
BYU football's Day 13 of Fall Camp saw McCae Hillstead and Bear Bachmeier competing for the quarterback role, with Hillstead showing promise and Carsen Ryan emerging as a key target. Freshmen Nusi Taumoepeau and Hunter Clegg are making notable physical impressions and could play significant roles in future seasons. The camp is nearing its end, with the team preparing for the upcoming season.
The article dispels three myths about BYU's quarterback competition, emphasizing that experience is less crucial than explosiveness and playmaking ability. It highlights that true freshmen like Bear Bachmeier can perform well, comparable to experienced quarterbacks, and stresses the importance of a quarterback's ability to generate explosive plays over mere safety or experience.
BYU football's week two of Fall Camp focuses on narrowing the quarterback competition, resolving the eligibility of Hinckley Ropati, and establishing a cohesive defensive line rotation amidst injuries, all crucial for a successful season start.
FOX analyst Joel Klatt is selling stock on BYU football for the 2025 season due to the loss of quarterback Jake Retzlaff, who transferred to Tulane after suspension, and significant defensive changes, making the team a risky pick despite their strong 2024 performance.
Jake Retzlaff's departure from BYU football follows a legal and disciplinary controversy, leading to a quarterback competition among three players, including highly-touted freshman Bear Bachmeier, as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff plans to leave the football program after admitting to premarital sex and facing a suspension, amid serious rape allegations from a civil lawsuit which he denies, claiming the encounter was consensual. He has already cleaned out his locker and is expected to announce his transfer later this week.
BYU's 2025 football recruiting class includes 18 new signees, with 8 set to serve missions before enrolling. The program also anticipates the return of missionaries from previous classes, though roster changes and a new defensive staff may affect their enrollment. The focus is on scholarship players, with several from the 2022 and 2023 classes potentially joining the team, depending on their return dates.
BYU's No. 20-ranked basketball team faces a tough challenge against No. 6 Iowa State, with a potential No. 4 seed at the Big 12 Tournament on the line. The football team's defense is still finding its footing in spring practice, while the basketball program is experiencing a memorable season. Additionally, other BYU sports teams are gearing up for upcoming competitions.
BYU's pursuit of transfer portal quarterbacks suffered setbacks as Sam Leavitt committed to Arizona State and Taylen Green chose Arkansas. Green, a former Boise State quarterback, received interest from several schools including LSU, Cal, UCLA, and Oregon State. Meanwhile, BYU has shown interest in Hawaii quarterback Brayden Schager and Ohio quarterback Kurtis Rourke. With Kedon Slovis having exhausted his eligibility, BYU currently has five other quarterbacks on their roster.
After BYU's first season in the Big 12, head coach Kalani Sitake and his team are reflecting on their performance and potential changes to the program. Despite a tough loss to Oklahoma State, Sitake praised his seniors and expressed belief in the team's ability to compete in the Big 12. However, with the Cougars missing out on a bowl game for just the second time in 19 years, attention has turned to the offensive side of the ball, where improvements are needed. Sitake hinted at forthcoming changes, particularly in areas such as offensive coordinator, offensive line coach, wide receivers coach, and running backs coach. The team's offensive struggles, ranking near the bottom nationally in total yardage and rushing offense, have raised questions about potential shakeups in the coaching staff.
BYU's bowl hopes were dashed in a 40-34 double-overtime loss to No. 20 Oklahoma State, as the Cowboys, led by star running back Ollie Gordon II, staged a comeback in the second half and overtime. BYU's offense struggled in the second half, while their defense wore down, allowing Gordon to score five touchdowns. The loss dropped BYU to a 5-7 record for the season, marking the end of their season and their hopes for a bowl game.