BYU's Faletau Satuala set for season debut against Utah Tech
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

BYU safety Faletau Satuala is expected to play in the team's season opener against Utah Tech on September 2 after recovering from a fractured foot sustained in June. After missing the start of fall camp, he returned to practice this week. Head coach Kalani Sitake confirmed Satuala's readiness, stating all signs point to him being at full strength. Satuala was a key player last season, leading the Cougars in tackles with 84 and contributing significantly in the secondary. The upcoming game provides an opportunity for him to regain his form ahead of a tougher matchup against Arizona in Week 2.
- •Faletau Satuala suffered a fractured foot in June.
- •He returned to practice and is cleared to play against Utah Tech.
- •Satuala led BYU with 84 tackles last season.
- •Week 1 opener against Utah Tech is on September 2.
- •BYU faces Arizona in Week 2, an early conference matchup.
- 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — BYU safety Faletau Satuala 'ready to go' vs. Utah Tech, says Kalani Sitake
"After overcoming a fractured foot, the star safety returns to the BYU secondary.
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