Nearly half of BYU's football roster is from Utah, reflecting the program's ability to retain homegrown talent, according to ABC4 Utah reported August 19. Many players said they grew up playing with their current teammates and that familiarity with teammates and the program made staying home attractive.

BYU tends to recruit heavily from Utah high schools, with many players citing long-standing relationships and family connections to the university. The concentration of Utah players contrasts with national programs that recruit more broadly.