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BYU defensive backs face test against Colorado State's passing attack
BYU's cornerbacks and safeties are preparing for Colorado State's passing game in this week's matchup. The Cougars' secondary faces another challenge after containing Arizona's quarterback in their previous game.
September 16, 2026 at 6:03 AM MT · via Deseret News
BYU, Utah separate from Big 12 pack in early conference power rankings
BYU and Utah sit atop Big 12 football power rankings after strong Week 2 performances, with both teams establishing themselves as conference championship contenders. KSL's rankings place the two Utah schools ahead of traditional powers as the Big 12 enters its third week.
September 16, 2026 at 5:02 AM MT · via KSL · 3 sources
BYU ranked No. 13 in Week 2 US LBM Coaches Poll
BYU climbed to No. 13 in the Week 2 US LBM Coaches Poll following its victory over Arizona, BYU Cougars Wire reported. The ranking places the Cougars slightly lower than their No. 11 position in the AP poll.
September 13, 2026 at 4:04 PM MT · via BYU Cougars Wire
BYU climbs to No. 11, Utah to No. 17 in AP poll after Week 2 wins
Both BYU and Utah moved up in the Associated Press Top 25 college football poll following victories in Week 2, The Salt Lake Tribune reported. BYU climbed to No. 11 after defeating Arizona 28-17, while Utah rose to No. 17.
September 13, 2026 at 4:03 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 4 sources
Oregon transfer Kyler Kasper makes BYU debut with two touchdown catches
Oregon transfer wide receiver Kyler Kasper made an immediate impact in his BYU debut Saturday, catching two touchdown passes in the Cougars' 28-17 win over Arizona, Deseret News reports.
September 13, 2026 at 2:03 AM MT · via Deseret News
BYU to honor 1976 team 'that changed college football' at Saturday's game
BYU will honor its 1976 football team during Saturday's game against Arizona, recognizing the squad Deseret News calls "the team that changed college football." The 1976 Cougars pioneered offensive innovations that reshaped the sport and launched BYU's rise to national prominence.
September 11, 2026 at 5:03 PM MT · via Deseret News · 2 sources
Fred Warner, 49ers beat Puka Nacua, Rams in former BYU stars' opener
San Francisco's Fred Warner and the 49ers defeated Los Angeles' Puka Nacua and the Rams 28-14 in the NFL season opener played in Australia, Deseret News reports. Both Warner, a linebacker, and Nacua, a wide receiver, played at BYU before their NFL careers.
September 11, 2026 at 3:21 AM MT · via Deseret News
Utah governor tells ESPN state is MLB expansion 'front-runner'
Utah Governor Spencer Cox told ESPN senior MLB insider Jeff Passan that Utah is a "front-runner" for Major League Baseball expansion, according to an interview broadcast on KUTV. Cox discussed the state's pitch for a team, including stadium site options and fan base projections.
September 8, 2026 at 11:03 PM MT · via KUTV 2 · 2 sources
BYU falls to No. 22, Utah climbs to No. 12 in AP poll
BYU dropped four spots to No. 22 in the latest AP Top 25 college football poll despite a 63-7 opening win over Southern Utah, while Utah rose two positions to No. 12 after defeating Florida 24-13 on the road. The Salt Lake Tribune reports Kyle Whittingham fell out of coaching rankings entirely in a separate poll.
September 8, 2026 at 9:02 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 4 sources
Freshman Glasker scores three TDs in BYU's 63-7 season-opening win
No. 14 BYU dominated Utah Tech 63-7 in its season opener Saturday night at LaVell Edwards Stadium, according to the Salt Lake Tribune. Freshman running back scored three touchdowns in the blowout victory.
September 6, 2026 at 8:03 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 3 sources
BYU-Notre Dame game seen as program's most important of 2026 season
College football analysts agree that BYU's upcoming game against Notre Dame is the most consequential on the Cougars' 2026 schedule, according to the Deseret News. The matchup is seen as a defining opportunity for the program to prove itself against elite national competition.
September 5, 2026 at 3:02 PM MT · via Deseret News
BYU expected to dominate outmatched Utah Tech in season opener
KSL's Pick Six preview characterizes Saturday's BYU-Utah Tech game as a "pick-your-score" contest for the Cougars. As a Big 12 favorite, BYU is expected to build a commanding lead early before giving extensive playing time to backups and reserves.
September 4, 2026 at 3:31 PM MT · via KSL