Fall Camp Outlook
The 2026 fall camp in Provo will be a focal point for BYU’s quarterback depth chart, as the coaching staff looks to solidify the position behind starter Bear Bachmeier.
Bachmeier, who started every game for the Cougars in 2025 despite lingering injury concerns, is expected to retain the starting role, but his durability remains a question mark heading into the new season.
Treyson Bourguet, a transfer from Western Michigan who joined BYU in 2024, has been working extensively with the offense during practice and is now viewed as the leading candidate for the primary backup role.
Coach Aaron Roderick, the team’s offensive coordinator, has publicly expressed confidence in Bourguet’s abilities and leadership, noting that the quarterback’s experience and study of the system could prove pivotal if Bachmeier were to miss time.
The departure of McCae Hillstead, another quarterback who transferred to Utah State before the 2026 season, has opened additional opportunities for Bourguet to demonstrate his readiness.
If Bourguet secures the backup position, his performance in the upcoming camp could influence not only the depth chart but also the Cougars’ overall prospects, especially in a competitive conference schedule.
The competition underscores a broader narrative for BYU football: building resilience around the quarterback position while navigating transfers and injury uncertainties.