No. 14 BYU prepares to host Utah Tech in the 2026 season opener at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, September 5. The matchup, which begins at 6 p.m. MT, follows a season of development for the program that included discussions regarding player experiences on BYUtv during the 2025 season.
Season Opener Details
According to a release from BYU Athletics on August 31, 2026, the Cougars enter the season opener with a 0-0 record, while Utah Tech enters the contest with a 0-1 record. The game will be televised on ESPN+, with audio coverage available via BYU Radio on SiriusXM 166, BYURadio.org, the BYU Radio app, and KSL Newsradio at 102.7 FM/1160 AM.
Broadcast and Fan Information
The matchup marks the beginning of the 2026 campaign for the Big 12 member. Fans can access pregame and postgame shows live on BYUtv, and the university has designated the official BYU Football Game Week 2026 page to serve as a central hub for updates regarding broadcast plans, news, fan events, and game notes leading up to kickoff.
Key Personnel
Key figures for the Cougars include head coach Kalani Sitake and quarterback Bear Bachmeier. Bachmeier previously appeared on BYUtv on November 4, 2025, during an episode of BYU Football with Kalani Sitake, where he joined Greg Wrubell to discuss his experience at the university.
Player Highlights
The BYU Athletics roster and game notes for the August 31, 2026, update highlight several players of interest for the upcoming season, including running back LJ Martin and defensive lineman Justin Kirkland.
Program Background
The 2026 season follows a period of significant media presence for the football program. On November 4, 2025, BYUtv aired a 59-minute episode of BYU Football with Kalani Sitake, featuring Bachmeier and the head coach in a discussion about the player's time at BYU.
Game Day Resources
As the Cougars prepare for the Saturday kickoff, the university continues to provide resources for fans through the BYU Sports Nation Game Day shows and live statistics updates via the official athletics website.
