BYU secures commitment from 3-star athlete Peyton Higginson

Three-star athlete Peyton Higginson from Salem Hills High has committed to play football for BYU, opting for the Cougars over offers from Michigan and Utah State. Higginson, who plans to serve a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints beginning next February, expressed excitement about joining BYU's program, which he believes will aid his development on and off the field. He had over 20 scholarship offers before choosing BYU, marking the Cougars' ongoing momentum in recruiting. Higginson is the 13th commitment for BYU's 2027 class and is listed as the No. 22 athlete by Rivals.com.

• 6:59 PMYahoo Sports — BYU stays hot on football recruiting trail, gets commitment from 3-star athlete Peyton Higginson of Salem Hills