BYU’s first depth chart for 2026 season loaded with freshmen

Key Points:

• Kelly Poppinga, who replaced Jay Hill as BYU's defensive coordinator, has implemented minor tweaks to the defense, as shown by the 2026 depth chart featuring 13 defensive positions, indicating multiple front looks and occasional use of five defensive backs.
• The offense under coordinator Aaron Roderick remains largely unchanged, with head coach Kalani Sitake highlighting the team's depth as the strongest since BYU joined the Big 12, though special teams face challenges replacing kicker Will Ferrin.
• The receiving corps is notably deep with eight players listed, including true freshman Legend Glasker as a starter and kick returner, alongside Oregon transfer Kyler Kasper and returning starter Jojo Phillips.
• The running back depth chart features Big 12 preseason offensive player of the year LJ Martin as RB1, sophomore Sione Moa as RB2, and redshirt junior Preston Rex holding the RB3 spot over highly regarded true freshman Devaughn Eka.
• The offensive line is anchored by Washington transfer Paki Finau and veterans Sonny Makasini, Bruce Mitchell, Kyle Sfarcioc, and Andrew Gentry, forming one of the Big 12's top units, while the linebacker Rover position is contested between returning starter Siale Esera and Kansas State transfer Jake Clifton.