BYU Football’s Star-Studded 2025 Roster: A Closer Look at the 15 Former Four-Star Recruits Set to Elevate the Cougars
As BYU football gears up for the 2025 season, the excitement surrounding the program has never been more palpable. One of the most intriguing storylines is the sheer talent loaded onto the roster—particularly the 15 former four-star recruits now donning Cougar blue. This influx of high-level talent is a testament to BYU’s improved recruiting efforts, strategic use of the transfer portal, and increased national visibility since joining the Big 12.
In the past, BYU was often overlooked by top-tier high school prospects due to conference affiliation, limited media exposure, and the unique cultural fit required by the university. But times have changed. The Cougars are not only competing in a Power Five conference, but they’re also proving they belong—with elite talent to match.
These 15 four-star athletes come from various backgrounds—some homegrown, others transferred from powerhouse programs like USC, Oklahoma, and Oregon. Each of them brings a pedigree that elevates the program’s profile and adds depth across multiple position groups.
On offense, the Cougars will be bolstered by a pair of highly rated quarterbacks who originally committed to SEC schools. Their arm talent, football IQ, and leadership could provide BYU with one of the deepest quarterback rooms in the conference. At wide receiver, two former four-star recruits add size and speed, giving BYU’s offense the kind of vertical threat they’ve been missing in recent years.
The defensive side of the ball is equally stacked. The linebacker corps features multiple four-star athletes who bring speed, physicality, and a nose for the football—traits that fit perfectly with the aggressive style new defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga is implementing. In the secondary, the addition of experienced, highly recruited defensive backs is expected to shore up a unit that struggled in 2024.
Perhaps the most significant impact, however, lies in the trenches. BYU’s offensive and defensive lines now feature former four-star players who originally committed to national title-contending programs. Their presence not only improves BYU’s physicality at the line of scrimmage but also sets a new standard for development and competition in the program.
It’s also worth noting how these players are fitting in culturally. Many of them have cited BYU’s coaching staff, facilities, and team culture as major reasons for choosing to play in Provo. Head coach Kalani Sitake, known for his player-first philosophy and energy, has managed to create an environment where top talent wants to stay and grow.
As the 2025 season approaches, the presence of 15 former four-star recruits represents more than just star power—it symbolizes a turning point. BYU is no longer just a scrappy underdog. With this kind of talent
BYU Football’s Star-Studded 2025 Roster: A Closer Look at the 15 Former Four-Star Recruits Set to Elevate the Cougars
As BYU football gears up for the 2025 season, the excitement surrounding the program has never been more palpable. One of the most intriguing storylines is the sheer talent loaded onto the roster—particularly the 15 former four-star recruits now donning Cougar blue. This influx of high-level talent is a testament to BYU’s improved recruiting efforts, strategic use of the transfer portal, and increased national visibility since joining the Big 12.
In the past, BYU was often overlooked by top-tier high school prospects due to conference affiliation, limited media exposure, and the unique cultural fit required by the university. But times have changed. The Cougars are not only competing in a Power Five conference, but they’re also proving they belong—with elite talent to match.
These 15 four-star athletes come from various backgrounds—some homegrown, others transferred from powerhouse programs like USC, Oklahoma, and Oregon. Each of them brings a pedigree that elevates the program’s profile and adds depth across multiple position groups.
On offense, the Cougars will be bolstered by a pair of highly rated quarterbacks who originally committed to SEC schools. Their arm talent, football IQ, and leadership could provide BYU with one of the deepest quarterback rooms in the conference. At wide receiver, two former four-star recruits add size and speed, giving BYU’s offense the kind of vertical threat they’ve been missing in recent years.
The defensive side of the ball is equally stacked. The linebacker corps features multiple four-star athletes who bring speed, physicality, and a nose for the football—traits that fit perfectly with the aggressive style new defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga is implementing. In the secondary, the addition of experienced, highly recruited defensive backs is expected to shore up a unit that struggled in 2024.
Perhaps the most significant impact, however, lies in the trenches. BYU’s offensive and defensive lines now feature former four-star players who originally committed to national title-contending programs. Their presence not only improves BYU’s physicality at the line of scrimmage but also sets a new standard for development and competition in the program.
It’s also worth noting how these players are fitting in culturally. Many of them have cited BYU’s coaching staff, facilities, and team culture as major reasons for choosing to play in Provo. Head coach Kalani Sitake, known for his player-first philosophy and energy, has managed to create an environment where top talent wants to stay and grow.
As the 2025 season approaches, the presence of 15 former four-star recruits represents more than just star power—it symbolizes a turning point. BYU is no longer just a scrappy underdog. With this kind of talent on the field, the Cougars are poised to contend, not just compete, in the Big 12.
Keep an eye on Provo this fall—because this version of BYU football may be the most talented roster the program has ever seen.
on the field, the Cougars are poised to contend, not just compete, in the Big 12.
Keep an eye on Provo this fall—because this version of BYU football may be the most talented roster the program has ever seen.
