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Police report: BYU's Kennard Davis Jr. cited for DUI, marijuana possession after crash

Police report: BYU's Kennard Davis Jr. cited for DUI, marijuana possession after crash

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 3:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 6-foot-6 junior transfer from St. Louis has not played the past two games for the Cougars, but was on the bench for both, including Saturday's game against No. 3 UConn in Boston.
Patrick Kinahan: Style points would supplement BYU's playoff aspirations

Patrick Kinahan: Style points would supplement BYU's playoff aspirations

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Both football coaches are in accord, stating strong opposition to running up scores after outcomes are effectively decided, yet their united philosophy is becoming outdated by the week.
Here's how BYU can clinch a Big 12 championship game berth this weekend

Here's how BYU can clinch a Big 12 championship game berth this weekend

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

When No. 11 BYU travels to Cincinnati in the penultimate game of the 2025 season Saturday, a championship — or at least, a title shot — will be at stake.
Big 12 power rankings: Top 4 stay solid as Arizona soars

Big 12 power rankings: Top 4 stay solid as Arizona soars

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 11:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Big 12 power rankings are published weekly by the Hotline throughout the regular season.
BYU hoops drops to No. 9 in AP Top 25 after loss to UConn, Davis absence

BYU hoops drops to No. 9 in AP Top 25 after loss to UConn, Davis absence

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 11:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars (3-1) dropped two spots to No. 9 after Saturday's 2-point loss to No. 3 UConn at TD Garden in Boston.
Steak or sizzle? No. 11 BYU's 31-point win over TCU should beef up resume — style points or not

Steak or sizzle? No. 11 BYU's 31-point win over TCU should beef up resume — style points or not

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Perhaps the flashiest part of BYU's 44-13 rout of TCU was the lack of flash in the Cougars' first home game in nearly a month.
BYU, Utah continue climb in latest AP Top 25 rankings after weekend blowout wins

BYU, Utah continue climb in latest AP Top 25 rankings after weekend blowout wins

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 12:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The hopes of a Big 12 title game appearance got even closer to reality for BYU on Saturday.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Georgia, Oklahoma shake up top 10 with weekend wins

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Georgia, Oklahoma shake up top 10 with weekend wins

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A weekend shuffling altered the landscape of college football, with Oklahoma making a name for itself while Texas took a step back.
No. 12 BYU bounces back to beat TCU in return home

No. 12 BYU bounces back to beat TCU in return home

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 16 - 1:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Bear Bachmeier threw for 296 yards and a touchdown and ran for another score as No. 12 BYU bounced back from its first loss of the season with a rout of TCU.
Dybantsa goes for 25 in No. 7 BYU's 2-point loss to No. 3 UConn in Boston

Dybantsa goes for 25 in No. 7 BYU's 2-point loss to No. 3 UConn in Boston

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Nov. 15 - 9:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

AJ Dybantsa went for 25 points and six rebounds just 25 miles from his hometown of Brockton, Massachusetts, and Richie Saunders added 17 points and four boards for the Cougars (3-1).
Game Center: No. 12 BYU vs. TCU

Game Center: No. 12 BYU vs. TCU

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 8:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 12 BYU Cougars take on the TCU Horned Frogs at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
BYU women's basketball improves to 4-0, while adding wins on recruiting trail

BYU women's basketball improves to 4-0, while adding wins on recruiting trail

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 4:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars are 4-0 after Saturday's 63-43 win over Fresno State, extending Lee Cummard's program-best start to his inaugural season as a head coach while signing three talented prospects.
Peterson, BYU extend season, advance over Utah State after dramatic shootout

Peterson, BYU extend season, advance over Utah State after dramatic shootout

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 11:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Izzi Stratton converted her second penalty kick after extra time, and BYU goalkeeper Chelsea Peterson made three saves in the shootout to help fifth-seeded BYU advance.
Jane-erational: BYU's Hedengren adds another 1st-place finish at NCAA Mountain regional

Jane-erational: BYU's Hedengren adds another 1st-place finish at NCAA Mountain regional

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 7:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The fast-rising distance star from Provo added another first-place finish to her freshman season, taking first in the NCAA's Mountain regional meet with a time of 19 minutes, 6.6 seconds Friday.
Pick Six Previews: BYU controls its path, but TCU slightly favored in close game

Pick Six Previews: BYU controls its path, but TCU slightly favored in close game

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 10:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

Despite their different records and rankings, my numbers slightly favor TCU here. Look for a one-score game that comes down to the final possession, with Josh Hoover making a play on the winning drive.
BYU basketball's Kennard Davis Jr. arrested, cited for DUI following crash

BYU basketball's Kennard Davis Jr. arrested, cited for DUI following crash

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 9:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

A BYU basketball player was arrested following a car crash at the intersection of 900 West and Center Street in Provo, according to a statement from Provo police Thursday night.
KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Week 12 preview

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

Jaxon Wynder, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 11:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Week 12 of the KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em features important matchups in the Big 12 and SEC while Utah State looks to pick up an important win.
How 2 cousins from Highland powered BYU soccer to 26th NCAA Tournament in 31 years

How 2 cousins from Highland powered BYU soccer to 26th NCAA Tournament in 31 years

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 10:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ellie Walbruch's contributions to BYU women's soccer are easy to quantify, including a team-high 16 goals, but her cousin and fellow starter Lucy Kesler is no less important.
Holy Score: BYU's floor, Utah's ceiling and the increasingly narrow playoff path for both

Holy Score: BYU's floor, Utah's ceiling and the increasingly narrow playoff path for both

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Nov. 12 - 9:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

From the moment BYU set foot on the field Saturday morning in Lubbock to the second its College Football Playoff rankings flashed on the screen Tuesday evening, the postseason forecast could not have turned any more bleak.