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Last week, BYU landed its potential quarterback of the future in Stanford transfer Bear Bachmeier. Bachmeier signed with Stanford as part of the 2025 recruiting class and enrolled in time for Spring camp.

BYU Basketball turns heads with new era in Provo

BYU kicks off 2025-26 basketball season with elite recruits, veteran leadership, and a Top 5 national ranking — fans are already buzzing. It wasn’t just another Monday at the Marriott Center Annex — it was the beginning of a new era for BYU basketball.

Harrison Taggart News / BYU Cougars on SI / May 1

Former BYU Linebacker Harrison Taggart Commits to Cal

A former BYU linebacker has found a new home. On Thursday, BYU linebacker Harrison Taggart committed to Cal. Taggart started 12 out of 13 games for Jay Hill and the BYU defense last year.

Brigham Young Cougars News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 28

BYU Wide Receiver Parker Kingston Is In Line to Take Over Kickoff Return Duties

When BYU lost wide Keelan Marion to the transfer portal, they also lost an All-American kick returner. Marion had two kickoff returns for touchdowns last season including one against rival Utah in BYU's 22-21 victory.

Richie Saunders News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 26

BYU Basketball Star Richie Saunders Announces Return for Senior Season

Richie Saunders is back. On Saturday evening, BYU star Richie Saunders announced his plans to return to BYU for his senior season. Saunders was BYU's leading scorer last season and the most important player on a BYU team that went to the Sweet 16.

Dawson Baker News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 25

Dawson Baker Announces Return to BYU Basketball

BYU basketball is retaining another player from the 2024-2025 roster. On Friday, BYU guard Dawson Baker announced his plans to return to BYU for his senior season in 2025-2026.

Kalani Sitake News / Yardbarker / April 25

BYU gets massive commitment from former Oregon recruit

On Thursday, BYU secured a major victory that will bolster head coach Kalani Sitake's 2025 class.

Ranking the new college football coaching hires for 2025

Isaiah Glasker News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 23

Wide Receiver Legend Glasker Discusses Commitment to BYU

On Sunday night, local standout wide receiver Legend Glasker committed to BYU. Glasker had official visits scheduled to Cal, Washington State, and BYU.

Isaiah Glasker News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 21

Local Wide Receiver Prospect Legend Glasker Commits to BYU Football

On Sunday night, three-star wide receiver and local standout Legend Glasker committed to BYU. Glasker picked the Cougars over competing offers from Cal, Washington State, Colorado State, Hawaii, Utah State, San Jose State, and UNLV.

Harrison Taggart News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 19

BYU Linebacker Harrison Taggart to Enter the Transfer Portal

For the second time in as many days, BYU has lost a starter to the transfer portal. On Saturday, BYU linebacker Harrison Taggart announced his plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal.

Keelan Marion News / Vanquish the Foe / April 19

With Keelan Marion Gone, Where Does BYU Go From Here?

BYU fans received an abrupt dose of bad news on Friday. All-American returner and receiver Keelan Marion is transferring. Where or to whom do the Cougars go to fill that void?

BYU Softball Rallies for Improbable Comeback Win Over Rival Utah

On Thursday night, the BYU women's softball team used a seventh-inning rally to pulloff a comeback win over rival Utah. The Cougars overcame a 2-0 deficit in the first inning, an 8-4 deficit in the third inning, and a 13-9 deficit in the seventh inning to beat their archrival.

College Basketball News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 14

An Updated Look at the 2025-2026 BYU Basketball Roster

The 2025-2026 BYU basketball roster is starting to take shape. A trio of BYU players entered the transfer portal after BYU got knocked out of the Sweet 16, and the Cougars already added a few replacements from the transfer portal.

Dallin Hall News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 9

Former BYU Point Guard Dallin Hall Commits to Virginia

On Wednesday, former BYU point guard Dallin Hall announced his commitment to Virginia. Hall, who played the last three years at BYU, was a backup point guard for BYU last season after starting the season prior.

Brigham Young Cougars News / Yardbarker / April 7

BYU picks up huge recruiting win with TE commit

Brock Harris is a big-time 2026 recruit from St. George, Utah, and he's decided to stay within his home state to play college ball.

Former Missouri QB Drew Pyne finds another new home

Son of NFL legend lands scholarship offer from Deion Sanders

The all-time college football service academy team

College Football News / BYU Cougars on SI / April 7

BYU Defensive End Viliami Po'uha is Competing For a Starting Job in 2025

Spring camp is in the rearview mirror for the BYU football program. While there are still a handful of position battles to be sorted out in the Fall, the depth chart is starting to come together.

College Basketball News / BYU Cougars on SI / March 30

Transfer Portal Needs for the BYU Basketball Program

The BYU basketball offseason is officially underway. The Cougars will look to bring in anywhere from 3-5 transfers over the next few months. Today, we're looking ahead at BYU's roster in 2025-2026 and identifying the top transfer portal needs.

College Basketball News / Winner's Edge / March 27

Sweet 16 Pick: BYU vs. Alabama

March Madness has reached the Sweet Sixteen weekend with no Cinderella in sight, with the favorites plowing ahead and, for the most part, getting to where they were expected to get to…here.

College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / March 26

Forcing Turnovers BYU’s Key to Keeping Pace with Tide in Sweet 16 Showdown

BYU has met the external expectations surrounding the program. Advancing to the Sweet 16 was pivotal for both their regional and national reputation. Credit Kevin Young, his staff, and his players for getting the job done.

Richie Saunders News / Athlon Sports / March 24

BYU's Richie Saunders’ NIL deal with Ore-Ida has a legendary backstory

BYU's Richie Saunders isn’t just a rising star on the basketball court—he’s also part of a legacy that’s deeply ingrained in American food history. Thanks to his great-grandfather, F.

Alabama vs. BYU: Odds, betting lines announced for Sweet 16 NCAA men's basketball

The BYU Cougars have defied expectations and made their first Sweet 16 appearance in 14 years, setting the stage for an exciting matchup against the powerhouse Alabama Crimson Tide. As both teams prepare to battle in Newark, New Jersey, all eyes are on the betting odds.

College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / March 24

Alabama vs. BYU: Current line, win probability, final score prediction for NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 showdown

Both the No. 2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide and the No. 6 seed BYU Cougars advanced to the Sweet 16 this weekend in the 2025 NCAA Tournament. This matchup figures to be a highly entertaining affair, with both teams boasting plenty of talent.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22