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BYU Fall Camp Week 3 Highlights: Bachmeier Scrambles Forward, Stronger Pass Rush, Fresh Faces Shaping the Depth
sports15 hours ago

BYU Fall Camp Week 3 Highlights: Bachmeier Scrambles Forward, Stronger Pass Rush, Fresh Faces Shaping the Depth

BYU’s Week 3 Fall Camp stressed Bear Bachmeier’s growing ability to extend plays, a rising BYU pass rush led by Tausili Akana, and a developing wide receiver rotation anchored by Jojo Phillips, Kyler Kasper, Legend Glasker, and Reggie Frischknecht. True freshmen Glasker, Braxton Lindsey and Kennan Pula are already making impact inklings, with Cannon DeVries at nickel, Po’uha and Purcell steering the D-line, Matthias Dunn winning kicking duties, and Preston Rex emerging as a versatile, productive back. This suggests BYU could be more explosive on offense and disruptive on defense in 2026.

via Sports Illustrated|
#akana#bachmeier#byu
BYU Fall Camp Day 15: Dominant Defense, Freshman Saryon Shines
sports-college-football4 days ago

BYU Fall Camp Day 15: Dominant Defense, Freshman Saryon Shines

Day 15 of BYU fall camp featured a defense-led two-minute drill with Tausili Akana’s sack and Raider Damuni’s interception, while true freshman Terrance Saryon stood out at receiver, catching a deep ball and finishing practice with a TD from Bourguet. The WR rotation appears set with Phillips, Kasper, Glasker, and Frischknecht leading the way. Freshmen Braxton Lindsey and Kennan Pula continued earning defensive reps; Faletau Satuala returned to practice on the sidelines; backups Kevin Doe and Matthias Leach flashed in coverage, and BYU wore royal helmets during the session as they prep for the season opener.

via Sports Illustrated|
#byu#college-football#defense
BYU Fall Camp Day 11 Highlights: Bachmeier Drives Scoring, Fresh Faces Step Up
sports6 days ago

BYU Fall Camp Day 11 Highlights: Bachmeier Drives Scoring, Fresh Faces Step Up

Day 11 at BYU Fall Camp featured Bear Bachmeier leading methodical drives, connecting with Kyler Kasper and Reggie Frischknecht for a score, while true freshmen like Legend Glasker and Asher Young contributed. Journee Tonga flashed on a screen play, Cannon DeVries intercepted Bachmeier and drew first-team reps, and linebackers like Jake Clifton continued to impress. OL rotations included Zak Yamauchi at right guard and Trevor Pay at center. Special teams showed promise with Matthias Dunn drilling a long field goal and DeVries handling punt returns, signaling BYU is building depth and playmaking ahead of scrimmages.

via Sports Illustrated|
#bear-bachmeier#byu#college-football
Cosmo the Cougar Enshrined in Mascot Hall of Fame 2026 Class
local18 days ago

Cosmo the Cougar Enshrined in Mascot Hall of Fame 2026 Class

Cosmo the Cougar from BYU was inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame in the 2026 class, becoming only the second Utah mascot to join the Hall (Jazz Bear was the first in 2006). The selection, determined by a combination of public votes and executive ballots, honors Cosmo’s gravity-defying acrobatics and viral halftime routines, including a 2017 dance with the Cougarettes that has millions of views. He joins Cocky (South Carolina), Gold Gopher (Minnesota), Miles (Denver Broncos), and Mrs. Met (New York Mets) in the 2026 class, underscoring the Hall’s claim that mascots are global ambassadors of happiness.

via KUTV|
#byu#cosmo#local
BYU Fall Camp Day 1 Signals a Faster Team and Tight Rosters
sports19 days ago

BYU Fall Camp Day 1 Signals a Faster Team and Tight Rosters

BYU opened 2026 Fall Camp with Kalani Sitake highlighting a faster, more advanced team than last year, with Bear Bachmeier back at quarterback and LJ Martin ready to lead the offense. Sitake said roster spots are limited despite new players, while defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga earns praise for his work ethic. The program is counting on young receivers like Legend Glasker to contribute early as depth at wideout remains a focus.

via Sports Illustrated|
#byu#college-football#fall-camp-2026
BYU basketball center search stalls after court clarifies fifth-year rule
sports21 days ago

BYU basketball center search stalls after court clarifies fifth-year rule

BYU’s bid to add center Jaxon Kohler is off after a judge clarified that the new five-in-five rule grants an extra year of eligibility but does not automatically widen transfer rights, meaning Kohler cannot join the Cougars for a fifth year; the ruling could still allow a return by BYU graduate center Keba Keita, while Richie Saunders remains unlikely to rejoin BYU due to his NBA path and injury status, leaving BYU to pursue other, potentially unconventional center options.

via Lawless Republic|
#byu#college-basketball#fifth-year-eligibility
Dybantsa to Sit Rest of Summer League as Wizards Emphasize Development
sports1 month ago

Dybantsa to Sit Rest of Summer League as Wizards Emphasize Development

Wizards No. 1 pick A.J. Dybantsa will miss the rest of the 2026 NBA Summer League after two strong showings (27 points in his debut vs Utah and 23 points vs Sacramento, plus seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals with two blocks). Will Riley and Tre Johnson were also shut down for the final games. Dybantsa, who averaged 25.5 points per game for BYU, drew attention from spectators including Trae Young; Washington will finish Summer League vs the Bulls and Clippers before a fall rotation featuring Kyshawn George, Alex Sarr, and veterans Young and Anthony Davis aims to push the team toward the playoffs.

via Bleacher Report|
#aj-dybantsa#byu#nba-summer-league
BYU’s 2026 Outlook: FPI Projects Solid Season and Big 12 Title Hopes
sports1 month ago

BYU’s 2026 Outlook: FPI Projects Solid Season and Big 12 Title Hopes

ESPN FPI’s preseason projections place BYU at No. 20 with an 8.5-3.5 expected record, predicting the Cougars will be favored in 11 of 12 games and only underdog against Notre Dame. BYU sits second in the Big 12 title odds behind Texas Tech (16.5%), with a playoff shot of about 25.7%, and a path to a potential College Football Playoff contingent on a strong season.

via Sports Illustrated|
#big-12#byu#college-football
BYU Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for Big 12 Media Days
sports2 months ago

BYU Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for Big 12 Media Days

BYU will send six players to the 2026 Big 12 Media Days at The Star in Frisco, led by LJ Martin and Bear Bachmeier, along with center Bruce Mitchell and defensive veterans Isaiah Glasker, Evan Johnson, and Keanu Tanuvasa. Martin, the reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, is back for his senior season after 1,305 rushing yards and 12 TDs; Bachmeier emerged as a standout freshman with 3,033 passing yards. This marks BYU's fourth Big 12 Media Day, as head coach Kalani Sitake—the league's longest-tenured coach—aims for another trip to the Big 12 Championship Game after BYU's 23 wins over the past two seasons.

via KSL Sports|
#bear-bachmeier#big-12#byu
Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 pick, aiming for a franchise cornerstone
sports2 months ago

Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 pick, aiming for a franchise cornerstone

The Washington Wizards drafted AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, hoping the 6′9″ wing becomes a franchise cornerstone. Dybantsa, a standout at BYU and the 2025 U19 World Cup MVP, combines elite athleticism and scoring ability but needs to improve ball-handling, 3-point shooting (33% in college), and defensive consistency. Analysts see high ceiling with two-way potential, and Washington plans to groom him within a young, size-forward-heavy roster as a foundation for the future.

via The New York Times|
#aj-dybantsa#byu#nba-draft-2026
Dybantsa Pursues No. 1 Pick, Keeps Utah Ties in Draft Talk
sports3 months ago

Dybantsa Pursues No. 1 Pick, Keeps Utah Ties in Draft Talk

BYU forward AJ Dybantsa said he aims to be the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA draft and has met with multiple teams — including the Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls, Clippers and Hawks — as the draft landscape unfolds. Utah holds the No. 2 pick, and while fans wonder if he prefers staying in Utah, Dybantsa stressed his priority is landing the top selection, citing his versatility and winning mindset; any Utah stay would depend on a top-pick trade, with his family in Utah adding to the hometown intrigue.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|
#byu#dybantsa#nba-draft