BYU Cougars focus on key issues as 2026 camp begins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The BYU Cougars start their preseason training camp in Provo on August 5, 2026. Coach Kalani Sitake's roster, expected to carry significant experience, will face questions surrounding quarterback depth and RB1 LJ Martin's recovery from shoulder surgery. Following a successful 2025 season, attention will shift to managing high expectations aimed at a College Football Playoff appearance. The season opener is scheduled for September 5 against Utah Tech, followed by a Big 12 clash with Arizona on September 12.
- •Bear Bachmeier remains the starting quarterback for BYU.
- •LJ Martin aims to return strong after shoulder surgery.
- •BYU ranks third nationally in returning players with game snaps.
- •Kalani Sitake leads his 11th training camp today.
- •Cougars seek a College Football Playoff berth in 2026.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — 5 storylines to watch as Cougars prepare for 2026 season
"Bear Bachmeier's progress, LJ Martin's health, depth at receiver are among the issues to watch as BYU begins preseason training camp Wednesday.
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