BYU transfer Jake Retzlaff will fave a steep learning curve after committing nine days before preseason practice begins, but he has the proven winning pedigree Tulane's other three starting quarterback candidates lack.

BYU’s elevation from being picked 13th in the Big 12 to finishing 13th in the AP Top 25 had little to do with magic and everything to do with defense. The Cougars led the conference in scoring defense, total defense, yards-per-play, turnovers (22 interceptions), passing efficiency defense and they finished fourth among the 16 teams in rush defense.

Kaawa is a four-star recruit, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. He is the #351 player in the 2026 recruiting class, the #26 QB and the #6 player in the state of Utah. Kaawa currently attends Orem High School in Orem, UT. BYU is not far away, but Alabama is the best fit for this star prospect.

BYU will be looking for a new starting quarterback during Fall camp. The quarterback battle between McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet, and Bear Bachmeier will b

Let’s talk about something other than the quarterbacks at BYU. What are other things to watch for the Cougars as fall camp nears?