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BYU football recruit sparks buzz as MVP of Under Armour Next Camp
Four-star BYU commit dominates elite offensive line competition in Salt Lake City, turning heads with power, technique, and future potential.
Steven CorderMay 13, 2025 4:43 PM EDT
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When Bott Mulitalo lines up in the trenches, you can feel the shift. Pads pop a little louder. Coaches stop mid-sentence. Recruits watch quietly. And last weekend at the Under Armour Next Camp in Salt Lake City, the Lone Peak standout made sure everyone knew why he’s BYU’s top offensive line commit in the class of 2026.
The 6-foot-4, 275-pound Mulitalo left no doubt, taking home the Offensive Line MVP award after a commanding performance that showcased his raw strength, balance, and explosiveness against the best competition from across the West. The four-star recruit didn’t just win reps—he erased defenders.
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Mulitalo, who is currently rated No. 90 overall in the 2026 class by 247Sports, has transitioned from the defensive line to offensive tackle, a move that looks more genius by the day. While he continues to refine his pass-blocking sets, his natural ability to anchor and drive defenders into the turf is already at a collegiate level.
It wasn’t just the trophy that made headlines—it was who he did it in front of. The Salt Lake City edition of the Under Armour Camp drew elite talent from states like Arizona, California, Oregon, and Colorado. Among the BYU faithful, though, Mulitalo’s performance stood tallest. He was one of five Cougar commits competing, part of a strong showing from BYU’s 2026 class that also included fellow four-star Brock Harris.Mulitalo’s early commitment to BYU came after flipping from Oregon, largely due to his growing connection with offensive line coach TJ Woods. That bond now looks like a cornerstone in BYU’s rebuilding strategy up front.
The message from Mulitalo this weekend was clear: he’s not just committed—he’s coming for dominance.
When Bott Mulitalo lines up in the trenches, you can feel the shift. Pads pop a little louder. Coaches stop mid-sentence. Recruits watch quietly. And last weekend at the Under Armour Next Camp in Salt Lake City, the Lone Peak standout made sure everyone knew why he’s BYU’s top offensive line commit in the class of 2026.
The 6-foot-4, 275-pound Mulitalo left no doubt, taking home the Offensive Line MVP award after a commanding performance that showcased his raw strength, balance, and explosiveness against the best competition from across the West. The four-star recruit didn’t just win reps—he erased defenders
