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BYU football analysts highlight concerns about wide receivers ahead of camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:45 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

BYU football analysts highlight concerns about wide receivers ahead of camp
Summary

As BYU Cougars prepare for fall camp starting Wednesday, focus shifts to their wide receiver group, which lacks clear standout players. Former player David Nixon emphasizes the need for a go-to receiver to support quarterback Bear Bachmeier, who performed well last season. Nixon believes the defense must also push the receivers to step up before the season opener against Utah Tech on September 5.

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  • •BYU begins fall camp on August 5, 2026.
  • •Analyst David Nixon identifies wide receivers as a concern.
  • •No clear go-to receiver emerged in spring practices.
  • •The Cougars open their season against Utah Tech on September 5.
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  • 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — BYU football analyst targets specific area of concern ahead of fall camp
What they're saying
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Last fall camp, the No. 1 question was at QB. This season it’s a different position group that must prove itself.

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