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Game Center: BYU at SMU
KSL.com Sports | Posted Sept. 6 - 4:58 p.m. | Save Story
Follow along as the BYU Cougars take on the SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 2 of college football
KSL.com Sports | Posted Sept. 6 - 10:26 a.m. | Save Story
Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Can BYU keep up with high-powered SMU offense?
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 6 - 7:42 a.m. | Save Story
Jojo Phillips' emergence ā and the return of top receiver Darius Lassiter from suspension ā gives the Cougars a new weapon as they prepare to face SMU on Friday night.
Why return of Darius Lassiter boosts underdog BYU's chances against SMU
Brandon Gurney for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 5 - 6:42 p.m. | Save Story
BYU football's best position group is set to present an even better and deeper unit when it travels to take on SMU this Friday, and necessarily so.
KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Week 2 preview
Nathan Dunn, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 5 - 1:40 p.m. | Save Story
Week 2 of KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em is here, so get your picks in before the first game on Friday.
Pick Six Previews: BYU good against FCS opponent, but SMU a notch up
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Sept. 5 - 10:27 a.m. | Save Story
The schedule heats up quickly, as the Cougars travel to Dallas to take on the defending AAC champions ā and new Power Four members ā SMU.
Fresh-faced Cougars snap losing skid with 2-0 win over Boise State
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 4 - 10:18 p.m. | Save Story
Freshmen Ella Labrum and Halle Dixon each opened their season account as BYU women's soccer snapped a two-match losing skid, 2-0 against Boise State in front of an announced crowd of 4,141 fans at South Field.
BYU's Gerry Bohanon 'finding happiness in small moments' of new QB role
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 4 - 2:28 p.m. | Save Story
Gerry Bohanon Jr. is the No. 2 quarterback on BYU's depth chart, but has handled the decision with the maturity and stride of a six-year veteran of college football.
The Holy Score: Breaking down Week 1 victories by Utah and Brigham Young
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Sept. 4 - 12:11 p.m. | Save Story
Both teams played FCS opponents, but the Utes were sharper than the Cougars.
KSL.com College Pick'em: Perfect week leads to Week 1 wins for 2 Utah fans, Oklahoma fan
KSL.com Sports | Posted Sept. 4 - 9:32 a.m. | Save Story
The first week of college football is in the books, and what a week it was.
BYU football: Did Jake Retzlaff silence his doubters on Saturday?
Ben Criddle for KSL.com and Brandon Gurney for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 4 - 9:06 a.m. | Save Story
There's much to be optimistic about moving forward to the final 11 games of the 2024 season.
Patrick Kinahan: All well so far for Utah, BYU football
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 3 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
Fresh off anticipated beatdowns over disadvantaged programs, BYU and Utah both turn their respective attention to playing out the season against teams theoretically on similar levels.
Is BYU's aggressive performance in season opener repeatable vs. SMU?
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 2 - 6:50 p.m. | Save Story
In a season-opening win over Southern Illinois, BYU dialed up an aggressive scheme that held its FCS opponent to 231 yards on 51 plays, an average of 4.5 yards per play.
Best of the West rankings: Utah is No. 1, USC rises while Oregon fades
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Sept. 2 - 1:51 p.m. | Save Story
The Utes looked like CFP contenders in their opener; the Ducks most definitely did not.
BYU passed its 1st exam, but bigger tests await from Week 2 onward
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 2 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
For now, Retzlaff passed the test, or maybe even two of them, going back to the time he knew he had won the starting job over Baylor and USF transfer Gerry Bohanon Jr.
'Is my friend OK?' How BYU's defense rallied around 'tough' Jay Hill after coach's heart issue
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 1 - 12:12 a.m. | Save Story
Kalani Sitake saw the name flash across his phone Thursday night, but he didn't think much of it.
Retzlaff guides BYU to season-opening win over Southern Illinois with 3 TD passes
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 31 - 11:12 p.m. | Save Story
It's one game against an FCS opponent, but reports of BYU's offensive demise appear to have been greatly exaggerated.
Game Center: BYU vs. Southern Illinois
KSL.com Sports | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:58 p.m. | Save Story
Follow along as the BYU Cougars take on the Southern Illinois Salukis at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
Jake Retzlaff returns as BYU starting QB; top target won't be available
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:21 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars' starting quarterback for the final four games of the 2023 season will be the starter for the opening game of the 2024 season.
BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill released from hospital after medical procedure
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 31 - 2:55 p.m. | Save Story
The second-year BYU defensive coordinator had a medical procedure to clear blockages in two arteries in his heart, the Deseret News reported Saturday morning.
No. 16 BYU women's volleyball showcases youth in 2-0 start to season
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 11:36 p.m. | Save Story
Claire Little had 12 kills and five digs, and Ellie Mortensen added 10 kills as No. 16 BYU swept Southeastern Louisiana in the Cougars' season opener Friday at the Smith Fieldhouse.
'They've got our full attention': BYU has a lot to prove in 2024, even against FCS opponent
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 8:27 p.m. | Save Story
When Weber State transfer Marque Collins and his old coach, Jay Hill, say they aren't treating lightly the 11th-ranked FCS program in the country ahead of the Cougars' season opener Saturday, there's reason to believe it.
BYU women's volleyball opens 2024 season with No. 16 ranking, questions to answer
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 12:23 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars return opposite Kate Prior and middle blocker Mia Lee, both all-Big 12 preseason picks, but will have a lot of minutes to replace with the departure of All-American outside hitter Erin Livingston.
Pick Six Previews: Look for BYU win, but close game in second half
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Aug. 30 - 9:06 a.m. | Save Story
BYU made the big transition from independence up to the Power Four level and took some expected growing pains.
In BYU's crowded receiver group, 2 freshmen are making room
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 2:33 p.m. | Save Story
In a load wide receiver group that brings back Chase Roberts, Darius Lassiter, Keelan Marion, Kody Epps and more, returned missionary freshman Cody Hagen and redshirt freshman Jojo Phillips can't be ignored.
BYU football: Have the rumors of BYU RB LJ Martin's unavailability been exaggerated?
Brandon Gurney for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 1:03 p.m. | Save Story
Coaches, the released depth chart and, perhaps most importantly, Martin himself have argued otherwise.
KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Week 1 preview
Nathan Dunn, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 28 - 10:07 a.m. | Save Story
A long-awaited college football season is among us. With that, so is the KSL.com Sports College Football Pick'em.
Patrick Kinahan: Historic season for 1 local college football team highlight season predictions
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 27 - 10:25 a.m. | Save Story
Given the dramatic changes to the upcoming playoff format, this season likely could prove historic for a local college football team.
BYU won't reveal starting QB until Saturday, but both will have leadership roles
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 26 - 12:59 p.m. | Save Story
Both incumbent Jake Retzlaff and former Baylor and USF quarterback Gerry Bohanon Jr. were represented on the Cougars' leadership council, listed as co-captains underneath four full-time captainships.
Ben Criddle: BYU football will need both Retzlaff, Bohananon if they want to go bowling
Ben Criddle for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 26 - 9:07 a.m. | Save Story
Most Cougars fans anxiously await the announcement of whether it's Jake Retzlaff or Gerry Bohanon who will be named the starter at QB.
4 under-the-radar freshmen from BYU's 'home-run' class
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 24 - 1:41 p.m. | Save Story
"We're only a short while into that freshman class, but I think we hit a home run with all of those guys," BYU second-year defensive coordinator Jay Hill said during training camp.
Pick Six Previews: BYU projected for another difficult transition season in Big 12
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Aug. 23 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
The margins are razor thin between these middle-tier teams, and BYU's projected finish could rise with success in a few key statistical categories.
Hotline heat check: Sitake, Sanders, Bray among the coaches under pressure as 2024 season begins
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Aug. 22 - 2:04 p.m. | Save Story
Success is measured differently on each campus as realignment casts a long shadow.
BYU football wrapping up training camp ahead of 2024 season opener
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 21 - 6:32 p.m. | Save Story
For head coach Kalani Sitake, the biggest takeaway was the "super close team" that had emerged from the 5-7 campaign in BYU's first year in the Big 12.
Pac-12 bowl projections: Utah, Oregon jump into the CFP while WSU qualifies for Independence
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Aug. 20 - 2:34 p.m. | Save Story
Bowl tie-ins are unchanged despite the breakup of the conference.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU football 'not freakin' messing around this year'
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 20 - 10:29 a.m. | Save Story
This offseason, the coaches used a point system to keep track of most everything the players did, both good and bad.
Linebacker Jack Kelly's move to BYU has a familiar feel to it
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 19 - 6:24 p.m. | Save Story
The former Kearns High standout shouldn't have much trouble adapting to the next level at BYU. Not when it's a playbook designed by his former head coach at Weber State.
Big 12 football preview: Utah, Oklahoma State, Kansas State the front-runners in crowded race
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Aug. 18 - 3:18 p.m. | Save Story
Arizona and Kansas also have what it takes to finish on the top tier.
Fryer's early goal, Hernaez's late PK save helps BYU open season 1-0 over No. 19 Wisconsin
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 15 - 10:27 p.m. | Save Story
Allie Fryer scored a first-half goal, and Lynette Hernaez made six saves including stopping a penalty kick to help No. 3 BYU hold off No. 19 Wisconsin 1-0.
Can Evan Johnson's 100-meter speed secure him a starting corner spot at BYU this season?
Brandon Gurney for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 15 - 1:01 p.m. | Save Story
BYU's cornerback room is chock full of uncommon athleticism relative to most years, and it's not really even close.
New to blue: BYU women's soccer jumps into 2024 season in rare preseason form
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 15 - 9:05 a.m. | Save Story
After a run that included two NCAA College Cup semifinals in three years, BYU has found itself in an unfamiliar position as it prepares for Thursday's season opener.
Big 12 football preview: Conference schedule analysis shows advantage for Arizona, Kansas and Cincinnati
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Aug. 14 - 11:11 p.m. | Save Story
In the new world order, the so-called schedule "misses" matter a great deal.
BYU gymnastics coach, former silver medalist excited over USA men's return to Olympic podium
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 13 - 6:32 p.m. | Save Story
The feeling of representing your country and standing on the podium for an Olympic medal ceremony never completely goes away.
Patrick Kinahan: Bohanon making significant progress in BYU quarterback derby
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 13 - 10:27 a.m. | Save Story
Two weeks into practice, with another three remaining before the first game, the starting quarterback for BYU remains a mystery.
BYU QBs seeing separation after first scrimmage of training camp Saturday
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 12 - 7:31 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars held a 102-play scrimmage of mostly live reps, and while Jake Retzlaff and Gerry Bohanon Jr. continue to separate themselves at quarterback, no starter decision was made.
BYU football: Are BYU fans wrong about Aaron Roderick?
Ben Criddle for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 12 - 1:01 p.m. | Save Story
Presenting a competitive offensive unit on a consistent basis is a complicated process that can prove a challenge for even the brightest and most accomplished coaching minds.
BYU basketball's first season under Kevin Young has a start date
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 12 - 10:46 a.m. | Save Story
The Cougars will play seven nonconference games at the Marriott Center, a trio of neutral-site contests, and a road tilt at Providence as part of the Big 12-Big East Challenge.
BYU football: Previewing Cougars' 2024 season through first 3 games
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 11 - 11:38 a.m. | Save Story
A season unlike any other begins Aug. 31 at LaVell Edwards Stadium, whren the Cougars will open their second season in the Big 12 with a very different conference outlook.
Sign up now: KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em returns for 2024 season
KSL.com Sports | Posted Aug. 9 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
The college football season is close, and with it comes the return of the KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em for the 2024 season.
Separate ways: How Kelepi Vete chose BYU while his twin brother chose Stanford
Tyler Harden for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 8 - 10:55 a.m. | Save Story
Kelepi Vete and his twin brother, Siosiua, went through their football recruitments side-by-side. But when it came down to a decision, they knew they wouldn't be playing at the same place.
Breaking down which Big 12 athletic budgets are most (and least) efficient after Arizona's shortfall
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Aug. 7 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
A lengthy assessment of Arizona athletics offers clues into money management elsewhere.
BYU in no rush to name starter as both QBs find comfort in Cougars' offense
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 7 - 10:32 a.m. | Save Story
Does Gerry Bohanon have an edge over Jake Retzlaff, the incumbent quarterback?
Led by rising sophomore LJ Martin, what is the state of BYU's running back depth?
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 5 - 6:24 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars expanded the offensive backfield with Hinckley "Folau" Ropati returning to health.
Hinckley Ropati front and center in Cougars' competitive running back competition
Brandon Gurney for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 5 - 10:28 a.m. | Save Story
For Cougar senior running back Hinckley Ropati, his bounce is understandably higher than most.
First-year pro Karl Vilips storms to Utah Championship win in 4th tour start
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 4 - 5:31 p.m. | Save Story
Vilips shot 5-under-par 66 Sunday to finish at 25-under and in his first Korn Ferry Tour title at Oakridge Country Club by two strokes.
Paris Olympics: BYU's Courtney Wayment 'let go of expectations,' advances to steeplechase final
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 4 - 10:33 a.m. | Save Story
The former NCAA champion from Layton finished fourth in the fastest of three heats in 9 minutes, 10.72 seconds to clinch a spot in the 3,000-meter steeplechase final at the Stade de France.
With mission call in hand, BYU's Cooper Jones proving he can compete on Korn Ferry Tour
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 3 - 6:31 p.m. | Save Story
Playing in his third Korn Ferry Tour event in his home state, Jones shot 5-under-par 66 Saturday to move into a tie for 18th at 14-under in the Utah Championship at Oakridge Country Club.
Kihei Akina's Utah Championship debut has gone as well as expected, but he's not done yet
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 2 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
There were no eagles as the 18-year-old rising senior at Lone Peak slid under the cutline with a 2-under-par 69 Friday at the Utah Championship.
