BYU’s Final Chase: The Must-Get Recruits That Could Define the Cougars’ Future
As the 2025 recruiting cycle nears its critical stages, BYU football finds itself staring down a defining stretch — and the targets still on the board could make or break the Cougars’ future. With most top programs locking down their top priorities, BYU is sharpening its focus on a handful of game-changers still up for grabs. These are the uncommitted stars who could ignite a new era in Provo.
At quarterback, all eyes are on Ty Hawkins, a dual-threat phenom with a cannon arm and breakaway speed. He’s the kind of leader who could inject fire into BYU’s offense and redefine its identity in the Big 12.
In the backfield, Jaylen Johnson — a powerful, elusive running back out of Texas — remains a top priority. Pair him with BYU’s physical offensive line, and you’ve got the makings of a ground-and-pound machine that Big 12 defenses won’t want to face.
Out wide, Dreylon Miller, a silky-smooth wideout with elite hands, looms large. If BYU can lure him to Provo, he could become an instant fan favorite and a nightmare for secondaries.
On defense, the Cougars are zeroing in on Isaiah Patterson, a rangy linebacker with sideline-to-sideline speed. In the trenches, Kalani Uluave, a disruptive force on the D-line, is the kind of recruit that gives BYU a real edge up front.
Each of these players represents more than just talent — they’re momentum shifters. Land even a few, and BYU’s class could jump into national relevance. Miss, and the gap between the Cougars and Big 12 elite may widen.
The race is on — and BYU’s recruiting staff knows: every call, every visit, and every pitch from here on out could shape the next chapter of Cougar football.
