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BYU transfer tracker: Who's coming, going during Cougars' portal season?

BYU transfer tracker: Who's coming, going during Cougars' portal season?

KSL.com Sports  |  Updated Dec. 6 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Here's a running list of players from BYU who have announced their portal decisions. The list will be updated.
Alamo Bowl is down to 4 teams for bowl game — including BYU

Alamo Bowl is down to 4 teams for bowl game — including BYU

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 6:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars are #BowlBound after missing the postseason last year with a 5-7 record, but they could see a Big 12 opponent in the bowl game. How so?
Service woes, Loyola Chicago snap No. 24 BYU volleyball's tourney streak

Service woes, Loyola Chicago snap No. 24 BYU volleyball's tourney streak

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 4:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Loyola Chicago served up an upset to make program history to open the 2024 NCAA women's volleyball tournament.
Holy Score: BYU's fate in title race, playoff rankings should prompt Big 12 to reassess strategy

Holy Score: BYU's fate in title race, playoff rankings should prompt Big 12 to reassess strategy

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 2:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars have a better CFP resume than either of the teams playing for the Big 12 title.
Here are the Cougars, Utes receiving All-Big 12 honors by league coaches

Here are the Cougars, Utes receiving All-Big 12 honors by league coaches

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ferrin was named Big 12 special teams co-player of the year by league coaches, splitting the honor with Iowa State returner Jaylin Noel.
BYU adds 18 to kick off early signing period, with an eye on trimming roster to 105

BYU adds 18 to kick off early signing period, with an eye on trimming roster to 105

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 4 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NCAA's early signing period for college football is even earlier, but head coach Kalani Sitake and his staff were keeping an eye on the upcoming year.
BYU basketball routed by Providence in first true road test

BYU basketball routed by Providence in first true road test

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 3 - 9:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dawson Baker poured in 16 points with four rebounds off the bench to lead BYU, which lost its second game in six days.
BYU inches up 1 spot to No. 18 in College Football Playoff rankings

BYU inches up 1 spot to No. 18 in College Football Playoff rankings

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 3 - 7:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU inched up one spot to No. 18 in the penultimate CFP rankings of 2024, the third-highest ranked team from the Big 12 in the committee's assessment released Tuesday.
Patrick Kinahan: Utah, BYU go opposite directions in crazy Big 12

Patrick Kinahan: Utah, BYU go opposite directions in crazy Big 12

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 3 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

All the proof that most preseason Big 12 predictions were wildly inaccurate can be summarized with one example: The favorite in the championship game was picked to finish last.
Watercooler Talk: BYU football season a success even without Big 12 championship?

Watercooler Talk: BYU football season a success even without Big 12 championship?

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 11:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nate Schwartz joins host Caleb Turner to recap the final week of the college football regular season, four home losses in a row for the Utah Jazz and where BYU football goes from here.
Utah earns No. 4 seed, BYU 5 to open NCAA volleyball tournament

Utah earns No. 4 seed, BYU 5 to open NCAA volleyball tournament

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 5:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars and Utes are among six seeded teams from the Big 12 in the NCAA Tournament, including Utah's highest seed since 2017 in hosting the first two rounds in Salt Lake City.
BYU's 10-2 season should be celebrated, not dismissed for what might have been

BYU's 10-2 season should be celebrated, not dismissed for what might have been

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 2:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars wrapped up with the 2024 regular season with a 30-18 win over Houston late Saturday night in a way that characterized the season, as well.
BYU up 2 spots to No. 17 in latest AP Top 25 rankings

BYU up 2 spots to No. 17 in latest AP Top 25 rankings

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

By all accounts, BYU exceeded expectations this season and finished with a 10-2 record.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: As Ohio State falls, Boise State positioned for big gains

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: As Ohio State falls, Boise State positioned for big gains

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

If you've got any school flags lying around, planting them at the 50-yard line of your most hated rival is so en vogue right now. It's certainly not demure.
BYU defense forces 4 turnovers, 7 tackles for loss to snap 2-game skid with win over Houston

BYU defense forces 4 turnovers, 7 tackles for loss to snap 2-game skid with win over Houston

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 1 - 1:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

BYU's defense forced four turnovers and seven tackles for loss to snap a two-game skid with a 30-18 win over Houston at LaVell Edwards Stadium.
Game Center: No. 19 BYU vs. Houston

Game Center: No. 19 BYU vs. Houston

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 30 - 8:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 19 BYU Cougars take on the Houston Cougars at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
BYU's 20 seniors should be remembered for 'toughness,' 1-year turnaround

BYU's 20 seniors should be remembered for 'toughness,' 1-year turnaround

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 30 - 3:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars can clinch a spot in the Big 12 title game with a win over Houston, and some help — namely, a loss by Iowa State or Arizona State — as one of four teams that entered the final weekend tied atop the Big 12 standings.
Saunders leads balanced scoring as BYU bounces back with win over NC State

Saunders leads balanced scoring as BYU bounces back with win over NC State

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 29 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Richie Saunders led a balanced scoring effort as the Cougars beat the Wolfpack in a multi-team event over Thanksgiving weekend for the second consecutive year.
Pick Six Previews: With title game in sight, BYU to get right in win over Houston

Pick Six Previews: With title game in sight, BYU to get right in win over Houston

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Nov. 29 - 11:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

BYU will get back on track Saturday night and control a weak opposing offense. I project Kansas State to beat Iowa State, which would send BYU to Dallas to play for a Big 12 title, and a playoff bid.
BYU signee Burgess, Utah State-bound Allen have Orem looking part of 5A favorites

BYU signee Burgess, Utah State-bound Allen have Orem looking part of 5A favorites

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 29 - 11:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Led by BYU signee Chamberlain Burgess and Utah State-bound guard Jax Allen, Orem went 2-0 at the third-annual 5 for the Fight National Hoopfest with a 41-40 win over California's Sierra Canyon.
JuJu Murray, No. 23 Ole Miss hand BYU first loss in overtime

JuJu Murray, No. 23 Ole Miss hand BYU first loss in overtime

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 28 - 4:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Saunders totaled 16 points, five rebounds and two steals for BYU (5-1), and five-star freshman Egor Demin scored 13 of his 16 points after halftime to go along with four assists.
Is Jay Hill a candidate to coach Utah State? BYU defensive coordinator 'focused' on Houston

Is Jay Hill a candidate to coach Utah State? BYU defensive coordinator 'focused' on Houston

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 27 - 6:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hill has recently been linked by a handful of media outlets to a potential opening at Utah State, where interim head coach Nate Dreiling has led the Aggies to a 4-7 record ahead of Saturday's finale against Colorado State.
BYU drops to No. 19 in latest College Football Playoff rankings

BYU drops to No. 19 in latest College Football Playoff rankings

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 26 - 8:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Arizona State is the highest-rated of five ranked teams from the Big 12, coming in at No. 16 — just one spot ahead of Tulane, which will play for an American Athletic Conference title next weekend.
Patrick Kinahan: Tyler Batty's salty language during halftime speech no bleepin' deal

Patrick Kinahan: Tyler Batty's salty language during halftime speech no bleepin' deal

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 26 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Gosh, golly, gee, a leaked tape caught a BYU football player repeatedly using profanity to fire up his team at halftime of last week's loss to Arizona State.
BYU says Big 12 'looking into' halftime leak at Arizona State, but focus on beating Houston

BYU says Big 12 'looking into' halftime leak at Arizona State, but focus on beating Houston

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 25 - 6:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a video leaked online of BYU football's fiery expressions in the halftime locker room down 21-3 at Arizona State, head coach Kalani Sitake said the Big 12 is "looking into it."
BYU drops to No. 19 in latest AP Top 25 rankings following 2nd straight loss

BYU drops to No. 19 in latest AP Top 25 rankings following 2nd straight loss

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 24 - 12:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A conference championship appearance for BYU is slowly slipping away.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Chaos, thy name is college football

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Chaos, thy name is college football

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 24 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Parity is a great thing for college football.
BYU's loss to No. 21 Arizona State goes beyond failed Hail Mary, bizarre double field storm

BYU's loss to No. 21 Arizona State goes beyond failed Hail Mary, bizarre double field storm

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 23 - 11:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Arizona State fans must've been so impressed by the Sun Devils' best record since 2014 that they had to celebrate twice.
Hall shines in return as BYU routs Mississippi Valley State 87-43

Hall shines in return as BYU routs Mississippi Valley State 87-43

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 23 - 9:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dallin Hall poured in 10 points in BYU's dominant win over Mississippi Valley State.
BYU's 2nd loss to No. 21 Arizona State inches Big 12 title race toward potential chaos

BYU's 2nd loss to No. 21 Arizona State inches Big 12 title race toward potential chaos

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 23 - 7:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cam Skattebo ran for 143 yards and three touchdowns, and Sam Leavitt threw for 247 yards and a score as No. 21 Arizona State handed No. 14 BYU a second-straight loss.
Game Center: No. 14 BYU at No. 21 Arizona State

Game Center: No. 14 BYU at No. 21 Arizona State

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 23 - 1:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 14 BYU Cougars take on the No. 21 Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
Twice as nice: BYU cross country sweeps national championships

Twice as nice: BYU cross country sweeps national championships

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 23 - 10:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lexy Halladay-Lowry finished a career-best 11th in 19 minutes, 48.4 seconds, and Casey Clinger was sixth in the men's race as top-ranked BYU swept the cross country national titles Saturday in Madison, Wisconsin.
Why Saturday against Arizona State is actually No. 14 BYU's biggest game of the season

Why Saturday against Arizona State is actually No. 14 BYU's biggest game of the season

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 6:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wins have a way of making a lot of people forget about a lot of things. And a win over No. 21 Arizona State (8-2, 5-2 Big 12) could be just the amnesia spray that the Cougars need.
Keys to the game: How do the Cougars take down the Sun Devils?

Keys to the game: How do the Cougars take down the Sun Devils?

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 2:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

No. 14 BYU fell to Kansas last week, but turns its head to No. 21 Arizona State in hopes to reach the Big 12 title game.
KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em preview for Week 13

KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em preview for Week 13

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 1:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Week 12 saw many upsets including No. 6 losing at home, what will week 13 have in store?
Pick Six Previews: Though underdogs in the desert, BYU to escape ASU with a win

Pick Six Previews: Though underdogs in the desert, BYU to escape ASU with a win

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Both defenses are stout, BYU's offense has the edge over Arizona State's offense, but that unit is quickly improving over the past few games.
ASU's Sam Leavitt was once a BYU legacy prospect. Now he wants to beat No. 14 Cougars

ASU's Sam Leavitt was once a BYU legacy prospect. Now he wants to beat No. 14 Cougars

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 21 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Leavitt's father Jared played defensive back for BYU for two seasons in 1990-91, and his older brother Dallin spent two years in Provo in 2013-114 before finishing his collegiate career with Utah State.
BYU women's basketball mining talent out of Gem State

BYU women's basketball mining talent out of Gem State

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 20 - 1:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nearly a third of the Cougars' 2024-25 roster comes from the state of Idaho, as head coach Amber Whiting taps into what the third-year collegiate head coach views as the under-recruited Gem State.
5 in double figures help BYU women pull past McNeese for 5-0 start

5 in double figures help BYU women pull past McNeese for 5-0 start

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 19 - 9:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Delaney Gibb totaled 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals as the BYU women's basketball team pulled past McNeese 85-64 at the Marriott Center.
1-loss BYU plummets to No. 14 in latest College Football Playoff rankings

1-loss BYU plummets to No. 14 in latest College Football Playoff rankings

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 19 - 7:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU plummeted eight spots to No. 14 in the most recent College Football Playoff rankings, the selection committee announced Tuesday, to earn a No. 12 seed in the latest mock proposal.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU's loss creates more intrigue atop Big 12

Patrick Kinahan: BYU's loss creates more intrigue atop Big 12

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 19 - 10:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three shockers and a mild surprise comprise the four teams still competing for the Big 12 football championship.
Following 1st loss, BYU still has chance to clinch Big 12 title berth against Arizona State

Following 1st loss, BYU still has chance to clinch Big 12 title berth against Arizona State

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 6:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars were stunned by a 17-13 loss to Kansas that dropped them from No. 7 to No. 14 in the AP Top 25. But BYU still has everything to play for.
Watercooler Talk: BYU undefeated no more, Utah reaches boiling point

Watercooler Talk: BYU undefeated no more, Utah reaches boiling point

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 10:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU and Utah football both face crucial games in the coming week after suffering losses this weekend that put postseason plans in major peril.
BYU's season isn't over after loss to Kansas, but it should be on high alert

BYU's season isn't over after loss to Kansas, but it should be on high alert

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars dropped seven spots to No. 14 in the AP Top 25 after a 17-13 home loss to the Jayhawks, but can make up a lot of ground with a win over newly ranked Arizona State.
After first loss of season, BYU sees biggest drop in latest AP Top 25 rankings

After first loss of season, BYU sees biggest drop in latest AP Top 25 rankings

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a 9-0 start to the season, BYU suffered its first loss of the season to Kansas Saturday night.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: BYU drops out of top 10 with loss as teams jockey for position

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: BYU drops out of top 10 with loss as teams jockey for position

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The perfect season has come to an end.
Luck runs out on No. 6 BYU's undefeated season with 17-13 loss to Kansas

Luck runs out on No. 6 BYU's undefeated season with 17-13 loss to Kansas

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 17 - 1:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

The visiting Jayhawks silenced the fans at LaVell Edwards Stadium with a 17-13 win over No. 7 BYU, which was ranked sixth in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.
Gibb's 22 helps BYU women pull past Idaho State for 4-0 start

Gibb's 22 helps BYU women pull past Idaho State for 4-0 start

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Delaney Gibb scored 15 of her 22 points in the second half — including three of her four 3-point makes — to help the BYU women's basketball team pull past Idaho State.
Game Center: No. 6 BYU vs. Kansas

Game Center: No. 6 BYU vs. Kansas

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 8:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 6 BYU Cougars take on the Kansas Jayhawks at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
Saunders, Traore pull BYU basketball past slow start for win over Vandals

Saunders, Traore pull BYU basketball past slow start for win over Vandals

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 16 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fousseyni Traore tallied a career-best 29 points and nine rebounds as the Cougars pulled away from Idaho 95-71 Saturday afternoon at the Marriott Center.
Keys to the game: What does BYU need to do to take down the Jayhawks?

Keys to the game: What does BYU need to do to take down the Jayhawks?

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 9:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

What do the Cougars need to do to keep its undefeated season going?
NCAA women's soccer: BYU eliminated by No. 11 Santa Clara's 2nd-half stunner

NCAA women's soccer: BYU eliminated by No. 11 Santa Clara's 2nd-half stunner

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 9:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tori Powell scored the lone goal of the match with 20 minutes to play to lift the 11th-ranked Broncos to a 1-0 win over eighth-seeded BYU at South Field.
NCAA cross country: BYU men, women sweep Mountain regional ahead of national meet

NCAA cross country: BYU men, women sweep Mountain regional ahead of national meet

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 3:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Riley Chamberlain finished fifth overall in 19 minutes, 56.4 seconds, and BYU placed four runners in the top 10 to pull past second-place Northern Arizona by 13 points at Washoe County Golf Course in Reno, Nevada.
KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Preview Week 12

KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Preview Week 12

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 2:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A total of 11 weeks of college football have passed, and it's time to submit your picks for this week's KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 12 of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 12 of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 10:27 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.
Pick Six Previews: With undefeated streak intact, BYU to add to it against Kansas

Pick Six Previews: With undefeated streak intact, BYU to add to it against Kansas

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

With three remaining Big 12 games, if BYU wins two they are guaranteed a trip to Dallas. They will knock one off the to-do list here Saturday night.
Recruiting: Who has committed to BYU football in the 2025 class?

Recruiting: Who has committed to BYU football in the 2025 class?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 14 - 9:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here is a brief look at who has already committed to the Cougars, as well as some players to be on the lookout for in the coming months.
Top-ranked BYU cross country keeps sights on national meet ahead of Mountain regional

Top-ranked BYU cross country keeps sights on national meet ahead of Mountain regional

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 4:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cross country is a unique sport in college athletics, in that conference meets don't factor much into the overall qualification of regional meets leading up to the annual national championships.
Can the No. 6 Cougars slow down a rejuvenated Kansas offense?

Can the No. 6 Cougars slow down a rejuvenated Kansas offense?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Daniels has thrown for 1,816 yards and 13 touchdowns with nine interceptions, a top-50 quarterback per ESPN's QBR as he prepares to face the No. 6-ranked Cougars.