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The BYU Cougars will welcome the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday, September 12, in the opening conference game of the Big 12 season, contested at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.
With BYU ranked in the Top 25 and facing Arizona in Provo, the Cougars are poised to end the Wildcats' five‑game skid, bolstered by historic success, emerging talent, and a strong defense.
A BYU football analyst offers a detailed preview of the Cougars' September 5, 2026 home game at LaVell Edwards Stadium, highlighting key players and a strategic outlook for the season.
Bear Bachmeier dazzled in his debut, throwing for 198 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for a score, a performance that builds on a freshman season of over 3,000 passing yards and 15 touchdowns and now positions him for a pivotal Week 2 matchup against a top‑25 Arizona team.
The Cougars opened their 2026 campaign with a 63‑7 victory, showcasing explosive offense, deep running back talent and a turnover‑rich defense that energized Cougar Nation.
BYU rolled past Utah Tech 63‑7 behind standout freshman contributions and quarterback Bear Bachmeier, while Arizona beat Northern Arizona 35‑7, showing defensive dominance but committing three turnovers that could prove costly against BYU’s elite offense.
In their 2026 season opener, BYU routed Utah Tech 63-7, building a 42-0 halftime lead and showcasing a balanced attack led by Bear Bachmeier and Legend Glasker while Kelly Poppinga’s defense forced two interceptions.
Cannon Devries' electrifying special teams performances in BYU's opening win over Utah Tech highlighted the Cougars' depth and set a positive tone for a season that could see the team contend for the Big 12 title and a College Football Playoff berth.
The Cougars unveil their first official depth chart for the 2026 campaign, naming key players at every position and spotlighting several true freshmen set to make an impact.
BYU reveals its leadership roster for the 2026 campaign, highlighting transfer captains Cade Uluave and Roger Saleapaga II alongside returning stalwarts and a 20‑member leadership council.
The Cougars reveal a blend of returning and new leaders, including senior captains LJ Martin and Keanu Tanuvasa, as they prepare to face Utah Tech on ESPN+.
Kalani Sitake highlights the Cougars' increased depth and talent, aiming to build a genuine contender in the Big 12.
The 2026 season promises dramatic shifts as transfers reshape rosters, historic programs chase new milestones, and analysts map out a bracket that could crown an unexpected champion.
The Cougars enter 2026 with a blend of returning stars, high‑profile transfers and a schedule that pits them against Notre Dame and Kansas, all under the electric atmosphere of LaVell Edwards Stadium.
Projected starters at quarterback, running back, wide receiver and other positions highlight a deep roster heading into the 2026 campaign.
The Cougars are staking their claim in the Big 12, a conference where a championship would mark a historic first appearance in the College Football Playoff.
The latest NIL agreements highlight a roster of high‑profile college athletes featured in campaigns set to launch with the start of the football season.
With the playoff expanded to twelve teams, analysts Austin Mock and Sam Khan Jr. outline the contenders, highlight sleeper programs, and predict a likely champion.
A look at the 2026 college football predictions, highlighting unbeaten forecasts for Ohio State and Georgia, Indiana’s title push, and the impact of new coaches and key players across the nation
The article projects Power Four conference champions for the 2026 college football season, highlighting Miami Hurricanes, Louisville Cardinals, BYU Cougars, Oregon Ducks, Ole Miss Rebels and Georgia Bulldogs as likely winners.
The 2026 quarterback class blends returning starters with high‑profile transfers, offering a mix of proven talent and uncertain newcomers. Injuries, offensive line stability and early‑season tests will determine which names rise to the top.
With a 23‑4 record over the past two seasons, a No. 14 preseason ranking and a schedule that includes marquee matchups against Notre Dame and Utah, the BYU Cougars are poised for a breakout year. Coach Kalani Sitake’s humble approach and expert predictions of an 11‑1 campaign add to the excitement.
An in‑depth look at the expanded Football Bowl Subdivision rankings, the criteria behind them, and the storylines surrounding the teams and players poised to influence the 2026 season.
Utah and BYU enter the 2026 season after strong 2025 campaigns, with new leadership, key player returns, and divergent expert forecasts shaping expectations for a competitive Big 12 race.