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BYU football prepares for fall camp ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 11:15 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

BYU football prepares for fall camp ahead of 2026 season

Summary

BYU's fall camp starts next week, leading up to the 2026 season opener against Utah Tech. The Cougars seek to build on a strong 2025 campaign, where they finished 12-2 and ranked 11th after a successful Big 12 run. Key storylines include the development of quarterback Bear Bachmeier, the adaptation of a new defensive scheme under Kelly Poppinga, and the performance of running back LJ Martin following his breakout season. The team has seen significant changes in roster dynamics, especially with the departure of top offensive players, which adds urgency for emerging talent to step up.

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By the Numbers

•Fall camp for BYU begins next week.
•The 2026 season opens against Utah Tech in less than 40 days.
•Quarterback Bear Bachmeier seeks to integrate new receivers.
•Kelly Poppinga takes over as defensive coordinator after Jay Hill's departure.
•LJ Martin looks to replicate his success from 2025, where he was named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year.

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11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Three Storylines for BYU Football Heading Into Fall Camp

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BYU’s fall camp begins next week. We are now less than 40 days away from BYU kicking off the 2026 season against Utah Tech. Kalani Sitake leads BYU into his 11th season at the helm. His squad is coming off of one of the most impressive seasons in school history, finishing 12-2 with a Big […]
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