BYU's New QB Bear Bachmeier: A Linebacker Number in Play

BYU's New QB Bear Bachmeier: A Linebacker Number in Play

BYU's quarterback situation is turning heads as Bear Bachmeier emerges as a frontrunner for the starting role, donning an unconventional No. 47. This follows the unexpected departure of former starter Jake Retzlaff, who was suspended due to a violation of the school’s honor code. Retzlaff's transfer to Tulane created an opening that Bachmeier, a true freshman and top-500 recruit, is seizing amidst competition from two other transfers. The intrig…

Kevin Reynolds talking BYU Fall Camp, QB battle, Utes/Big 12 expectations + more

Kevin Reynolds talking BYU Fall Camp, QB battle, Utes/Big 12 expectations + more first seen on ESPN700The post Kevin Reynolds talking BYU Fall Camp, QB battle, Utes/Big 12 expectations + more first appeared on ESPN700.

BYU’s QB Race Took an Unexpected Turn This Fall

Bear Bachmeier is trending toward becoming BYU’s starting quarterback this fall, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. The true freshman transfer from Stanford has made a strong impression through the first two weeks of camp and is now seen as the leader in what was originally a wide-open quarterback battle. The Cougars began fall camp with three options under center: Bachmeier, Utah State transfer McCae Hillstead, and returner Treyson Bourguet. Offens…