Sitake, Bachmeier confident in BYU's receiving corps ahead of season opener

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Sitake, Bachmeier confident in BYU's receiving corps ahead of season opener
Summary

BYU football coach Kalani Sitake and quarterback Bear Bachmeier expressed confidence in their receiving corps ahead of the season opener against Utah Tech on September 5. Despite losing three key receivers, Sitake highlighted the talent remaining on the roster. Jojo Phillips, Tiger Bachmeier, and Reggie Frischknecht are the returning receivers from last season, while new additions and a talented freshman class aim to fill the gaps left by departing players. Sitake emphasized the progress of Bachmeier and the overall reception group as encouraging. The Cougars made offseason moves to address their needs but will rely heavily on developing talents.

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  • BYU lost top receivers Chase Roberts and Parker Kingston ahead of the season.
  • Jojo Phillips is the most experienced returning receiver with 14 catches.
  • The Cougars will host Utah Tech in their season opener on September 5.
  • New recruit Kyler Kasper joins the team from Oregon to bolster the lineup.
  • A freshman class is expected to add depth to the receiving team.
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  • 3:00 AMYahoo Sports‘A really good spot’: Sitake, Bachmeier aren’t worried about BYU’s lack of experienced receivers
What they're saying
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Is BYU in trouble at the receiver position after losing three of its top pass catchers? Kalani Sitake and quarterback Bear Bachmeier don't think so.

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