Notebook from the First Day of BYU Football Fall Camp
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- BYU football began its 2026 Fall Camp with players practicing in helmets only, and media observed the final segment of practice; notable plays included a long touchdown pass from Treyson Bourguet to redshirt freshman Jared Esplin.
- Standout players from Spring Camp, Legend Glasker and Roger Saleapaga, continued to impress with deep catches and contested grabs, signaling potential breakout performances this season.
- Key offensive players like running back LJ Martin returned to action after injury clearance, while wide receivers Jojo Phillips and Tiger Bachmeier took on larger roles amid concerns about depth at the position.
- Several true freshmen, including running backs Devaughn Eka and Journee Tonga, safety Kennan Pula, and defensive player Justice Brathwaite, saw reps and showed promise during practice.
- Sophomore offensive lineman Andrew Williams left the team to pursue a mission, impacting depth at offensive tackle; BYU will rely on players like Siosiua Latu-Finau, Bott Mulitalo, and transfer Jr Sia to fill the gap.
