BYU freshman kicker won $2 million on 'College GameDay'—still attends class
October 24, 2026 at 10:01 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

A BYU freshman kicker won $2 million answering a question on ESPN's *College GameDay* during the network's broadcast from Provo—and continues attending regular classes despite the windfall. The story captures a moment of viral success colliding with the lived reality of student-athlete life at BYU.
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