The Big 12 has released its preseason all‑conference selections, and the BYU Cougars are prominently featured across both offensive and defensive units.
Preseason Accolades
Martin, a 6‑foot‑2 senior from El Paso, Texas, was crowned the 2025 Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year after racking up 1,305 rushing yards and earned second‑team All‑America honors from Pro Football Network.
Johnson, a 6‑foot‑0 senior from Monterey, California, closed out the season with 47 tackles and five interceptions, a performance that secured him a spot on the Sports Info Solutions First‑Team All‑Big 12.
Mitchell, a 6‑foot‑4 senior from Kamas, Utah, anchored the offensive line, helping the unit average 31.4 points per game and earning Phil Steele Preseason All‑America second‑team recognition.
Sophomore quarterback Bachmeier, measuring 6‑foot‑2 and weighing 230 pounds, captured the Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year award and amassed seven conference freshman‑of‑the‑week honors.
Defensive standouts Glasker and Satuala also received praise; Glasker made the Phil Steele Preseason All‑Big 12 first team and is projected as a top NFL draft prospect for 2027, while Satuala, a junior from Bountiful, Utah, led the team with 78 tackles and was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The Cougars open the 2026 season on September 5 against Utah Tech at LaVell Edwards Stadium, a game that will stream live on ESPN+ and mark the start of what many expect to be a dynamic campaign.