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According to ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI), the BYU Cougars are projected to have one of the most favorable schedules among Power Four teams for the 2025 college football season. Their strength of schedule ranks 74th nationally, second to last among Power Four schools, ahead of only Houston . This advantageous schedule contributes to BYU’s optimistic projections: FPI Score: 8.4, ranking No. 29 nationally and third in the Big 12. Projected Wins: 8.0. Odds of Six Wins (Bowl Eligibility): 89.2%. Odds of Winning the Big 12: 10.4%. Odds of Reaching the College Football Playoff:…

The 2024–25 academic year has been historic for the BYU Cougars, as they emerged as the top overall athletic program in the Big 12 Conference. This achievement is attributed to their exceptional performances in both football and men’s basketball, marking a significant milestone in the university’s athletic history. — 🏈 Football: A Resurgent Season Under head coach Kalani Sitake, the BYU football team achieved an impressive 11–2 record, culminating in a dominant bowl victory over Colorado. This turnaround from a 5–7 season the previous year showcased the team’s resilience and strategic improvements. Key contributors included quarterback…

Coveted DB Jaxson Gates Advances BYU Official Visit Amid Intensifying Recruitment Three-star cornerback Jaxson Gates, currently committed to Syracuse, has rescheduled his official visit to BYU, moving it up to this weekend. Originally planning to visit during the BYU-Utah game in October, Gates’s decision to expedite his visit underscores BYU’s growing appeal in his recruitment process. Gates, a standout from Damien High School in La Verne, California, has seen a surge in interest since his commitment to Syracuse in November 2024. His impressive athleticism, highlighted by a personal best of 10.39 seconds in the 100-meter dash, has attracted…

A retiring BYU educator recently shared a heartwarming story about how his journey at the university began with an unexpected gesture from legendary football coach LaVell Edwards. While specific details about the surprise are scarce, it’s evident that Edwards’ influence extended beyond the football field, touching the lives of many within the BYU community. LaVell Edwards served as BYU’s head football coach from 1972 to 2000, amassing 257 victories and leading the Cougars to a national championship in 1984. His legacy is not only marked by his coaching achievements but also by his commitment to mentoring and uplifting those…

Yes, the controversial defensive holding call during the 2024 BYU-Utah game was deemed correct by the Big 12 Conference. Greg Burks, the Big 12’s coordinator of officials, confirmed that Utah cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn committed a holding penalty on BYU receiver JoJo Phillips during a critical fourth-down play late in the game. This penalty extended BYU’s drive, ultimately leading to a game-winning field goal . The call sparked significant controversy, with Utah athletic director Mark Harlan expressing strong dissatisfaction, stating the game was “stolen” from Utah. His actions, including confronting officials on the field and making critical post-game comments, resulted…

Former BYU and NFL fullback Paul Lasike is approaching the culmination of his professional rugby career. After an athletic journey that began in Auckland, New Zealand, and spanned college football, the NFL, and international rugby, Lasike is preparing for his final match with the Utah Warriors in Major League Rugby (MLR). Lasike’s athletic career is marked by versatility and resilience. He transitioned from playing rugby in New Zealand to joining BYU, where he excelled in both rugby and football. Despite not being drafted in the 2015 NFL Draft, he signed with the Arizona Cardinals and later played for the…

Future BYU runner Jane Hedengren has once again etched her name into the record books by setting a new U.S. high school girls’ mile record. Competing at the Hoka Festival of Miles in St. Louis on June 5, 2025, the Timpview High School senior clocked an astonishing 4:23.50, surpassing the previous outdoor mile record of 4:28.46 set by Sadie Engelhardt in 2024 by nearly five seconds. This performance also established new North American and U.S. under-20 records. Hedengren led the race from start to finish, completing the first lap in 1:04.8 and maintaining a consistent pace throughout. Her final…

BYU freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier is rapidly preparing for a potential starting role in the upcoming season, following unexpected developments within the team’s quarterback lineup. Originally, Bachmeier was slated to develop behind returning starter Jake Retzlaff. However, Retzlaff’s involvement in a civil lawsuit alleging sexual assault has cast uncertainty over his availability, possibly leading to Honor Code violations and impacting his position on the team. Bachmeier’s journey to BYU has been unconventional. After graduating early from high school, he enrolled at Stanford in January 2025, aiming to play alongside his brother, wide receiver Tiger Bachmeier. The firing of Stanford’s…

Former Duke basketball stars Wendell Moore Jr. and Lexi Gordon are expecting their first child together. The couple announced the joyful news on June 30, 2024, revealing they are expecting a baby girl later in the year. Gordon shared the announcement on Instagram, expressing their excitement and love for their unborn daughter. The couple celebrated with a baby shower surrounded by friends and family. Gordon, who played for Duke during the 2021–22 season, has since transitioned into a career as a social media influencer and advocate for ulcerative colitis awareness. Moore, a first-round pick in the 2022 NBA Draft,…

Duke Basketball Slides in ESPN’s Preseason Top 25 Following NBA Draft Decisions After initially climbing to No. 6 in ESPN’s “Way-Too-Early” Top 25 rankings for the 2025–26 season, the Duke Blue Devils have experienced a notable drop following the NBA draft withdrawal deadline. The departure of key players, particularly Washington State transfer Cedric Coward, who opted to remain in the NBA draft, has impacted Duke’s projected roster strength. The Blue Devils had previously benefited from the return of standout freshman Isaiah Evans, which contributed to their rise in the rankings. However, Coward’s decision to stay in the draft…