BYU Football is poised for a significant leap in the 2025 season, boasting a roster that includes 15 former four-star recruits—a testament to the program’s growing appeal and recruiting prowess. This influx of talent positions the Cougars as formidable contenders in the Big 12 Conference.Among the standout additions is McKay Madsen, a versatile athlete from Clovis North High School in Fresno, California. Ranked as a top-200 overall recruit and the 19th-best linebacker in his class by 247Sports, Madsen chose BYU over offers from Oregon, Arizona, and UCLA. His commitment was announced during the 2025 Navy All-American Game. Madsen plans to serve a two-year mission before joining the team in 2027, bringing with him a dynamic skill set that includes 22 touchdowns on offense and four interceptions on defense in his senior year .The 2025 recruiting class also features several other notable prospects:Austin Pay, a 6-foot-7 offensive lineman from Lone Peak High School in Utah, rated as the No. 5 recruit in the state and No. 39 offensive tackle nationally.LaMason Waller III, a wide receiver from Sultana High School in California, who amassed 2,945 receiving yards and 41 touchdowns in high school, earning MaxPreps national All-American honors three times.Tyler Payne, a linebacker from Weber High School in Utah, with a high school career totaling 352 tackles, 10 sacks, and three interceptions .These recruits, among others, reflect BYU’s strategic focus on attracting top-tier talent to compete at the highest levels of college football. The program’s ability to secure commitments from highly rated players indicates a promising future as the Cougars aim to make a significant impact in the Big 12 and beyond.
