BYU places four players on preseason All-Big 12 team ahead of camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
As fall camp begins, the 2026 Sports Info Solutions Preseason All-Big 12 Team has recognized four BYU Cougars, including reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year LJ Martin. Martin led the conference in rushing yards last season, while center Bruce Mitchell also earned First Team honors, aiming to stabilize an evolving offensive line. On defense, cornerback Evan Johnson and safety Faletau Satuala received preseason accolades, with both contributing significantly to BYU's success last season. These recognitions indicate a strong expectation for the Cougars’ potential in the upcoming season.
- •LJ Martin earned First Team honors and led Big 12 in rushing yards.
- •Bruce Mitchell, last year's First Team, aims to stabilize the offensive line.
- •Evan Johnson and Faletau Satuala both recognized for their defensive prowess.
- •BYU seeks to build on last season's performance with notable player returns.
- •The Cougars face competition for quarterback positions as the season approaches.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Several BYU Players Getting All-Big 12 Buzz As Fall Camp Begins
"The 2026 Sports Info Solutions Preseason All-Big 12 Team was released on Wednesday. Several BYU Cougars are getting the preseason hype they deserve. Four Cougars earned Preseason First Team All-Big 12 designations ahead of the season. Reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year in LJ Martin leads the way. He is fresh off of […]
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