Gunner Romney
Oregon running back Mar'Keise Irving makes a cut as he rushes against BYU defensive back Ammon Hannemann and linebacker Keenan Pili during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Andy Nelson)
Nix puts up 5 TDs, No. 25 Oregon takes down No. 12 BYU 41-20

By Anne M. Peterson Sep. 17, 2022 07:05 PM EDT

Oregon quarterback Ty Thompson (13) looks to pass against Eastern Washington during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Andy Nelson)
No. 12 BYU visits No. 25 Oregon for Top 25 clash

By The Associated Press Sep. 15, 2022 12:52 PM EDT

BYU quarterback Jaren Hall (3) is sacked by Baylor defensive lineman TJ Franklin (9) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/George Frey)
Katoa's TD lifts No. 21 BYU past No. 9 Baylor 26-20 in 2OT

By John Coon Sep. 11, 2022 02:36 AM EDT

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts, top, is brought down by South Florida defensive back TJ Robinson, bottom, during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
No. 25 BYU waits out delay to rout South Florida 50-21

Sep. 03, 2022 10:06 PM EDT

No. 25 BYU launches season of high expectations at USF

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2022 12:59 PM EDT
No. 25 Brigham Young (0-0) at South Florida (0-0), Saturday, 4 p.m. ET (ESPNU) Line: Brigham Young by 11 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. ...

FILE - California running back Christopher Brooks scores a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA on Nov. 27, 2021, in Pasadena, Calif. The transfer enters the season as Tyler Allgeier’s successor as BYU's lead back. He made his mark in three seasons with the Bears, leading California in rushing in 2019 and 2021 seasons. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
No. 25 BYU has experienced crew in final independent year

By John Coon Aug. 19, 2022 03:42 PM EDT

Georgia running back Kenny McIntosh (6) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Shaffer (54) and wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint (81) after a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Charleston Southern Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Charleston Southern at Georgia 11/20/2021

Nov. 20, 2021 01:51 PM EST

No. 14 BYU looks to avoid letdown against Georgia Southern

Nov. 18, 2021 01:14 PM EST
STATESBORO, Ga. (AP) — Coach Kalani Sitake made sure No. 14 BYU got in some time to rest during last week’s bye. The Cougars also practiced a couple of times...

FILE - Baylor head coach Dave Aranda looks to an official in the second half of an NCAA college football game against TCU in Waco, Texas, in this Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, file photo. BYU coach Kalani Sitake said he has known Aranda for a long time, and that they have shared a lot of ideas and philosophies about coaching.Baylor and BYU meet in a matchup of 5-1 teams on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (Jerry Larson/Waco Tribune-Herald via AP, File)
No. 19 BYU and Baylor both 5-1 for B12 preview with reunions

By Stephen Hawkins Oct. 14, 2021 02:08 PM EDT

FILE - This Aug. 18, 2014 file photo shows the Baylor University logo on the football field at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas. BYU coach Kalani Sitake knows his players are looking forward to the change of scenery, the chance to try some different foods and a game in a different region of the country. What nobody knew when this trip was scheduled more than five years ago, or even before this season started, was that Saturday's game at Baylor would provide the 19th-ranked Cougars a sneak peek of their new conference home. (Rod Aydelotte/Waco Tribune-Herald via AP, File)
No. 19 BYU's long-scheduled trip to Baylor a peek at Big 12

By Stephen Hawkins Oct. 13, 2021 05:54 PM EDT

BYU linebacker Chaz Ah You, bottom, tackles Boise State running back Cyrus Habibi-Likio (4) in the first half during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Boise State forces 4 turnovers, knocks off No. 10 BYU 26-17

By John Coon Oct. 09, 2021 07:21 PM EDT

BYU fan Tommy Halling, 9, shows his support for BYU before an NCAA college football game against Boise State, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah at USC 10/9/2021

Oct. 09, 2021 02:45 PM EDT

South Florida quarterback Timmy McClain (9) looks to pass the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game against BYU Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/George Frey)
Baylor Romney helps No. 15 BYU outlast South Florida 35-27

By John Coon Sep. 26, 2021 01:44 AM EDT

Arizona State defensive back Jack Jones (0) makes an interception in front of BYU wide receiver Gunner Romney during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
No. 23 BYU beats No. 19 Arizona State 27-17, improves to 3-0

By John Coon Sep. 19, 2021 02:02 AM EDT

Northern Arizona quarterback Jeff Widener warms up before an NCAA college football game against Arizona, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Northern Arizona at Arizona 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 09:47 PM EDT

Brigham Young quarterback Jaren Hall (3) runs past Utah defensive end Mika Tafua (42) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Alex Goodlett)
Hall passes for 3 TDs, BYU tops No. 21 Utah 26-17

By John Coon Sep. 12, 2021 02:05 AM EDT

Brigham Young quarterback Jaren Hall (3) warms up before a NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Alex Goodlett)
Utah at Brigham Young 9/11/2021

Sep. 11, 2021 10:17 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, file photo, BYU quarterback Jaren Hall rolls out in the first half during an NCAA college football game against Utah in Provo, Utah. The BYU quarterback who steps in for Zach Wilson this season may just be from out of left field. That's only because Jaren Hall did play some outfield on the Cougars baseball team.(AP Photo/George Frey, File)
Easy as QBs1-2-3: BYU auditions trio to step in for Wilson

By Pat Graham Aug. 20, 2021 02:59 PM EDT

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones passes against Ohio State during the second half of an NCAA College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Wrapping up 2020, looking to 2021

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 12, 2021 12:29 PM EST

BYU wide receiver Dax Milne makes a reception for a first down in the second quarter against North Alabama during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger, Pool)
No. 8 BYU routs overmatched North Alabama to improve to 9-0

By John Coon Nov. 21, 2020 06:21 PM EST