BYU Cougars Player Profiles & NIL Deals
In-depth profiles, recruitment backstories, NIL valuations, and community discussions for current BYU stars like Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin, Cougar pros in the NFL & NBA, and all-time BYU legends.
#47QBBear Bachmeier
The first true freshman to start a season opener at QB for BYU, Bachmeier threw for 3,033 yards and rushed for 527 yards with a BYU-record 11 rushing TDs in 2025. Named Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year, leading the Cougars as the returning starting signal-caller in 2026.
#4RBLJ Martin
A workhorse running back who led the Big 12 with 1,305 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns in 2025, earning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year honors and Alamo Bowl Offensive MVP in 2024. The centerpiece of the Cougar ground attack.
#1PGRobert Wright III
A premier playmaker and returning cornerstone for BYU basketball under head coach Kevin Young. Regarded as one of the top floor generals in college basketball with elite court vision, pacing, and scoring versatility.
#5SGCollin Chandler
Former Utah Gatorade Player of the Year and dynamic transfer guard bringing elite perimeter shooting, high-flying athleticism, and veteran maturity to BYU's backcourt for the 2026-27 campaign.
#11SFaletau Satuala
Led BYU with 83 tackles as a sophomore in 2025, earning Second-Team All-American and First Team All-Big 12 honors. A rangy, hard-hitting defensive leader and All-American candidate patrolling the Cougars' secondary.
DistanceJane Hedengren
A generational distance runner who set the NCAA indoor 5000m record (14:44.79) as a freshman. Two-time Bowerman Watch List honoree, Big 12 indoor 3000m champion, and 2024-25 Gatorade National Girls Player of the Year.
#21CBEvan Johnson
Led BYU with 5 interceptions in 2025, including a game-sealing pick in the postseason. Earned First Team All-Big 12 honors as one of the lockdown cornerbacks in the conference.
#19TEWalker Lyons
A former top-ranked national tight end recruit who delivers physical in-line blocking and mismatch pass-catching ability. A primary red-zone target and focal point of BYU's multi-tight-end offensive sets.
#95DTKeanu Tanuvasa
A multi-year starter and defensive line anchor who provides immense interior push and run-stopping presence. Earned All-Big 12 honorable mention while commanding consistent double teams.
#13LBIsaiah Glasker
A dynamic 6'5" hybrid linebacker with outstanding sideline-to-sideline speed. Recorded multiple sacks, tackles for loss, and forced turnovers as a key disruptive playmaker in the Cougar front seven.
#17WRPuka Nacua
Shattered NFL rookie records with 105 receptions and 1,486 receiving yards after being drafted in the 5th round. Earned Pro Bowl and First-Team All-Pro honors, solidifying his status as one of the NFL's premier wide receivers.
#54LBFred Warner
Widely acclaimed as the premier linebacker in the NFL, Warner has served as the defensive captain and heartbeat of the 49ers since 2018. A multiple-time First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection.
#25RBTyler Allgeier
A relentless power back who surpassed 1,000 rushing yards as a rookie with Atlanta before signing a multi-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals in 2026. A dependable workhorse and touchdown finisher.
#3SFAJ Dybantsa
Selected No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards following a historic freshman campaign at BYU where he led the entire nation in scoring (25.5 PPG) and earned consensus First-Team All-American honors.
#15SGRichie Saunders
Drafted 32nd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies. A beloved Cougar leader and First-Team All-Big 12 sharpshooter who finished 17th on BYU's all-time scoring list with 1,544 career points.
#41LBJack Kelly
Selected in the 2026 NFL Draft by the New York Giants after a dominant 10-sack, First-Team All-Big 12 season at BYU. Brings explosive edge-rushing burst and versatile linebacker play to the NFL.
#48PRyan Rehkow
An All-Pro caliber punter for the Cincinnati Bengals who set the Bengals franchise single-game average record (64.5 yards) and an 80-yard franchise-record punt. One of the top special teams weapons in the NFL.
#76OTKingsley Suamataia
Drafted in the 2nd round by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024. A dominant offensive tackle with elite athleticism who earned Freshman All-America honors at BYU and stepped straight into the Chiefs' offensive line rotation.
#8G/FEgor Demin
Selected 8th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Brooklyn Nets after a dazzling freshman season under Kevin Young at BYU. A 6'9" playmaker renowned for his elite passing vision and high basketball IQ.
#7TE/QBTaysom Hill
Known as the 'Human Swiss Army Knife,' Hill is one of the most uniquely versatile weapons in NFL history with over 40 career touchdowns across passing, rushing, receiving, and special teams in New Orleans.
#53LBKyle Van Noy
A two-time Super Bowl champion with over a decade of NFL excellence. Van Noy continues to be a premier pass-rushing menace and veteran defensive leader for the Baltimore Ravens.
#70OLBrady Christensen
A consensus All-American at BYU who earned an NCAA-record 96.0 PFF grade in 2020. Drafted in the 3rd round by Carolina, Christensen has started at both tackle and interior guard positions.
#2QBZach Wilson
The No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft after a historic 33-touchdown campaign at BYU. Signed with the New Orleans Saints in 2026 to compete in their quarterback room.
#8QBSteve Young
A consensus All-American and Davey O'Brien Award winner who set 13 NCAA records at BYU. Young went on to become a Pro Football Hall of Famer, winning three Super Bowls and the Super Bowl XXIX MVP with the 49ers.
#9QBJim McMahon
Finished his BYU career with 70 NCAA records and was a consensus All-American in 1981. McMahon won the Davey O'Brien Award and led the Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl XX championship.
#14QBTy Detmer
BYU's only Heisman Trophy winner (1990), Detmer also won the Maxwell Award and Davey O'Brien Award. A two-time consensus All-American who threw for 15,031 yards. His No. 14 jersey was retired by BYU.
#6QBRobbie Bosco
Led BYU to a perfect 13-0 record and the 1984 National Championship, throwing a game-winning TD pass to beat Michigan in the Holiday Bowl despite multiple injuries. Finished 3rd in Heisman voting.
#22GDanny Ainge
A four-year standout who set numerous WAC records with a 20.9 PPG career average. A rare two-sport star drafted by both the Celtics (NBA) and Blue Jays (MLB), winning two NBA championships with Boston.
#32PGJimmer Fredette
The 2011 National Player of the Year who led the nation in scoring and sparked 'Jimmermania' across college basketball. Drafted 10th overall, Fredette became one of the most beloved players in BYU history.
#45CShawn Bradley
At 7'6", Bradley was a dominant force in his lone season at BYU, earning WAC Freshman of the Year honors. Drafted 2nd overall by the 76ers in 1993 and played 12 seasons in the NBA.
#6QBMarc Wilson
A unanimous All-American in 1979 who finished 3rd in Heisman Trophy voting. Drafted 15th overall by the Oakland Raiders and played eight seasons in the NFL.