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BYU faces uncertainty with special teams ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:00 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

BYU faces uncertainty with special teams ahead of 2026 season
Summary

As the BYU Cougars prepare for the 2026 season, special teams remain a significant concern with the departure of key players. Kicker Will Ferrin, punter Sam Vander Haar, and punt returner Parker Kingston are being replaced, raising questions about the team's effectiveness in critical situations. New special teams coordinator Justin Ena evaluates the performance of Matthias Dunn and Brody Laga, while Fuller Shurtz is set to take over punting duties. The Cougars aim to maintain a strong special teams presence as they move closer to the season opener.

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  • •BYU replaces kicker Will Ferrin and punter Sam Vander Haar.
  • •Justin Ena evaluates new specialists during practice sessions.
  • •Matthias Dunn impresses with a 54-yard field goal in scrimmage.
  • •Fuller Shurtz is expected to handle punting duties.
  • •The Cougars aim for continued success in special teams play.
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  • 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Inexperience on special teams might be the biggest question mark facing the Cougars in 2026
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BYU is replacing several special teams stars, including kicker Will Ferrin and punter Sam Vander Haar.

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