https://lawlessrepublic.comhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/kevin-young-byu-basketball-enters-chase-for-2027-5-star-forward-malachi-jordan?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqzzpfdxm9BYU basketball just sent in an offer to Malachi Jordan, a 5-star forward in the class of 2027. Malachi is not rumored to be a reclassification candidate, so his name will be one to watch for over the next year. Kevin Young and his staff will not take theiThu, 07 May 2026 02:15:15 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-softball-is-going-viral-for-this-touching-moment-highlighting-their-injured-seniors?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqrchw4mhjBYU softball shared a special moment during a Big 12 Conference game against Arizona State, where a pair of seniors took to the field to absorb their final moments as college athletes, despite being out with injuries. Seniors Kaysen Korth from Bluffdale, Thu, 07 May 2026 01:52:48 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/will-byu-transfer-kennard-davis-jr-bounce-back-in-his-new-home-or-repeat-last-season?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqx8wmrakpBYU transfer Kennard Davis Jr. has officially committed to the Missouri Tigers of the SEC, and will play his senior season there with his third team in four years. A native of St. Louis, Mizzou is the school that can bring Davis closest to home for his fiThu, 07 May 2026 01:36:04 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/collin-chandler-has-officially-left-lexington-kentucky-and-is-byu-bound?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqzy13cnd9BYU transfer guard Collin Chandler, the heir-apparent to Richie Saunders' tater tot throne in Provo, was shown officially packing up and leaving his home in Kentucky via his wife's social media.Thu, 07 May 2026 00:56:56 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-mens-golf-crash-course-cougs-land-high-seed-in-ncaa-regionals-explained?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqzwp9x553In case you've been too distracted by BYU football or basketball these days to take notice, the BYU men's golf team is nationally ranked, and tee'd up to recapture the NCAA regionals for the second straight season. Landing the 4-seed in the Athens region Thu, 07 May 2026 00:35:10 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/kevin-young-lack-of-center-is-killing-byu-basketball-in-way-too-early-projections?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqrg5y657rIs it way too early to begin projecting the 2026-27 college basketball season? For Kevin Young and BYU basketball? Yeah, duh! The Cougars remain without a starting center now a month removed from the official close of the college basketball season and opeWed, 06 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-is-joining-elite-leaders-in-race-for-this-coveted-international-center?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqx96fzjbrStarting center this, starting center that. I get it. BYU basketball's hunt for an elusive 7-footer is delivering the same level of results as when I stand behind the frying pan to whip up a fancy 5-star eating experience featuring duck à l'orange. Sure, Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:05 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/bruce-branch-iii-knew-byu-basketball-was-home-within-first-hour-of-his-visit?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqxca3pmreBoth third of his name and third in a line of BYU-to-NBA stars, it's only fitting that Kevin Young's newest freshman phenom, Bruce Branch III, would wear "3" on his back while in Provo -- the same number worn by Egor Demin and AJ Dybantsa before him.Wed, 06 May 2026 01:52:51 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-reignites-a-century-old-rivalry-by-scheduling-delta-center-duel?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqx8zkkmcdThe BYU Cougars and Utah State Aggies, separated by about 2 hours down I-15 and (cautiously) through Sardine Canyon, haven't met on the basketball court since 2021. It's a shame, considering these two programs have distinguished themselves as the premier Wed, 06 May 2026 01:29:17 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-is-pulling-ahead-in-race-for-this-international-7-foot-center-michael-ruzic?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqxbnev446BYU basketball is reportedly the frontrunner for a 7-foot international big man, Michael Ruzic, who is also under hot pursuit by programs like Kentucky (because of course), LSU, Arizona State, and more. The Cougars' starting five is in desperate need of aWed, 06 May 2026 01:06:05 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/mark-pope-kentucky-fans-on-social-media-went-how-youd-expect-byu?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqxa1m155fMark Pope's tenure at Kentucky hasn't exactly satiated the Wildcats' ravenous appetite for elite performance since the former BYU basketball coach took over at his dream job in Lexington. Filling the shoes of John Calipari at UK is about as impossible of Wed, 06 May 2026 00:39:03 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-stat-proves-byu-football-is-ready-to-compete-for-cfp-berth-big-12-title?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqravycw1wIt isn't easy to win in college football, especially at the Power Four level, but if you could create a program with all the right attributes to directly impact winning at this level, you'd find a team that looks eerily similar to BYU football. After fendMon, 04 May 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/kansas-city-chiefs-head-coach-andy-reid-leaves-glowing-review-of-byu-his-alma-mater?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqrcqzwvwgThere are few Brigham Young University alumni who BYU fans hold in higher regard than Kansas City Chiefs head coach, Andy Reid. Sure, we're all impressed by the Hall of Fame-worthy coaching career in the NFL. We all tip the cap to his multiple Super Bowl Mon, 04 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/you-wont-believe-where-egor-demin-already-ranks-on-list-of-byu-all-time-nba-3-point-leaders?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kqn9je093zEgor Demin's rookie season with the Brooklyn Nets was cut short due to injury, but in that time he rocketed up the leaderboard for the most NBA 3-pointers made by a player from BYU. Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:04 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-football-just-secured-commitment-of-highest-rated-cb-commit-in-memory-ryan-wooten?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqr95c6w78BYU football just secured a 3-star cornerback out of New Jersey, and he might just be the best cornerback recruit the progam has ever seen in the modern era. I'd like to introduce you to Ryan Wooten. You'll hear his name a lot on Saturdays in Provo in theMon, 04 May 2026 01:47:10 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-under-the-radar-4-star-recruit-isnt-getting-enough-attention-byu-basketball-quincy-wadley?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqghvw77e9Despite constant clamoring for Kevin Young and BYU basketball to double down on their recruiting efforts for a starting center, they're quietly in the hunt for Quincy Wadley, a four-star shooting guard out of Compass Prep in Arizona. Per Sam Kayser back iMon, 04 May 2026 01:17:21 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/time-to-panic-after-byu-basketball-missed-out-on-yet-another-starting-center-recruit?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqr68w8s34BYU basketball has whiffed on yet another potential starting center prospect, this time Obinna Ekezie Jr, who announced his commitment to Louisville earlier today. Do you remember that show "Hole in the Wall"? It was a game show where participants would bMon, 04 May 2026 00:53:37 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-abdullah-ahmed-situation-is-reminder-for-how-byu-fans-should-talk-about-alumni?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqr3tmtf6nAfter a disappointing year in Provo, former BYU center and G-League dropout Abdullah Ahmed has transferred to UMass for his second year of college hoops. I'm not going to sugar-coat it: Abdullah's year under Kevin Young was a complete disaster from start Mon, 04 May 2026 00:27:09 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-price-of-aj-dybantsa-autographed-cards-in-his-byu-uniform-are-shooting-through-the-roof?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kqn1r0xa7vThe first crop of autographed AJ Dybantsa cards in his BYU uniform have hit eBay. They are selling for incredible prices, and I'm part of the problem after paying $600 for my own autographed, numbered AJ card. Sun, 03 May 2026 23:46:16 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/memoirs-from-the-mount-please-byu-football-come-play-out-here-in-japan?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqbejpfy26But I'm not here to gloat about meeting the bare minimum requirements of my job. I'm here to send a solemn and heartfelt plea to the decision makers of BYU football, and declare in an unwavering (text-based) voice that I need you to take advantage of inteSun, 03 May 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-could-produce-back-to-back-no-1-overall-picks-in-nba-draft-with-aj-dybantsa-bruce-branch?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kqfx6cs591One major NBA draft website is projecting that the No. 1 overall picks in the 2026 and 2027 NBA Drafts will be coming from Provo, Utah. Get ready to know the names of BYU's AJ Dybantsa and Bruce Branch. Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/dont-sleep-on-byu-football-wide-receiver-corps-this-year-could-be-top-in-big-12?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppz0xetf5BYU football once invented the Air Raid offense through LaVell Edwards and Norm Chow, two offensive masterminds who put their heads together and realized that throwing the ball tends to pick up more yards at a time than simply running it. In 2025, howeverSat, 02 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-premier-destination-for-best-lds-talent-in-college-hoops-collin-chandler-dean-rueckert?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kp9tcewrk5BYU basketball is once again the premier destination for LDS athletes from across the country, and never has that been more apparent than in 2026, Kevin Young's third year at the head of the program. In the new age of college athletics, where money is a mSat, 02 May 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/calling-my-shot-2027-nfl-draft-will-see-byu-get-a-first-round-pick?utm_source=RSSPhillip Riggs01kqk2f2gacnIn 2027 BYU will get their 13th player taken in the first round of the NFL DraftSat, 02 May 2026 01:39:59 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-baseball-is-quietly-having-a-really-good-season-its-time-cougar-fans-take-notice?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kqj30d5bspBYU baseball is quietly having a solid season and is rising up the Big 12 standings. While most BYU fans overlook baseball, let's pause to celebrate coach Trent Pratt and amazing infielder Ezra McNaughton.Fri, 01 May 2026 22:50:17 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/how-kevin-young-stole-byu-basketball-transfer-jake-wahlin-commitment-at-airport?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqdzcj3rxxJake Wahlin's journey to BYU basketball was anything but straightforward, even if it seemed he'd be joining the program upon completion of his volunteer missionary service. Despite the fact that Jake Wahlin, a former Timpview Thunderbird in BYU's backyardFri, 01 May 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-smallest-nba-draft-class-in-years-could-be-great-news-for-these-byu-entrants?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqgetajg6fBYU basketball currently has three representatives entered in the 2026 NBA Draft class. Everybody knows about AJ Dybantsa, the likely number-one overall selection and consensus All-American during his freshman season in Provo. Most are also familiar with Fri, 01 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-new-big-3-could-be-better-than-wright-dybantsa-saunders-trio-of-last-year?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpw0n5kgfpIn the 2025-26 college basketball season, BYU hoops was all about the Big 3. The number-one recruit in the 2025 high school class, AJ Dybantsa, obviously drew the majority of headlines, but 5-star Baylor transfer Rob Wright would also arrive in Provo to tFri, 01 May 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-richie-saunders-is-building-momentum-nba-draft-lock-in-recent-mocks?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqdz71xebjWhen star guard and the heartbeat of Kevin Young's BYU basketball program, Richie Saunders, went down with an ACL tear against Colorado, there was legitimate concern that one bad landing would mean the difference between a future in the NBA, and a professThu, 30 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-cougars-momentum-how-kalani-sitake-kevin-young-are-driving-fragile-rise?utm_source=RSSTrevor Roberts01kqdnz9x1kmBetween back-to-back double-digit win seasons in football and elite basketball recruiting under Kevin Young, BYU has built significant momentum across its major programs. Kalani Sitake has retained the majority of key players, even following the departureThu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/kevin-young-and-mark-pope-are-recruiting-battle-for-international-big-man-marcio-santos?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqdx7smanrFor some reason, BYU and Kentucky just can't seem to stay out of each other's way during recruiting season. The two parties have been in connection with Marcio Santos, a center from Brazil who is currently playing pro ball in Israel, and the hunt is only Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:03:33 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/aj-dybantsa-brand-new-nike-logo-is-causing-mass-confusion-on-social-media?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqdsweey2yAJ Dybansta, a superstar during his time at BYU and the likely number-one overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, has released his signature logo for his deal with Nike. If you look close enough, you'll find his initials "AJD" circling the central point,Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:32:05 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-ncaa-tournament-format-change-means-march-madness-is-over-as-we-know-it?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqbg8nyhfyThis quote came to mind as I learned the NCAA was taking the final steps to expand the NCAA basketball tournament fields from 68 (including the play-in rounds) to 76, adding eight more teams to the bracket. On the surface, this seems like a win-win for boWed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/number-one-recruit-in-the-class-of-2026-commits-to-byu-basketball-s-big-12-rival-01kqbdfvd5z8?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqbdfvd5z8BYU basketball sent in an early application for the number-one recruit in this season's high school class, Tyran Stokes, but the pair's connection was very short-lived, as Kevin Young's program was out of the picture relatively quickly, and the star guardWed, 29 Apr 2026 02:07:03 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/ncaa-new-5-year-eligibility-rule-could-put-byu-athletics-at-extreme-disadvantage?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqbb5ksem8The NCAA needed a response to the increasing number of older, professional players worming their way into college eligibility, but their proposed five-year eligibility solution could put programs like BYU, Utah, and any LDS student athlete at an extreme dWed, 29 Apr 2026 01:20:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-disappointing-byu-basketball-transfer-confusingly-entered-nba-draft-kennard-davis-jr?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kqb945w67xBYU's Kennard Davis Jr. has officially entered the NBA Draft, and I'm not quite sure how to feel about that. As the NBA released the names of all 71 players who have filed as early entry candidates, one name stood out for BYU fans, and it wasn't the likelWed, 29 Apr 2026 00:42:13 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/best-landing-spots-byu-superstar-aj-dybantsa-nba-draft-lottery-utah-jazz-indiana-pacers?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpsajn83n6By all appearances, BYU basketball product and consensus All-American AJ Dybantsa will most likely become the number-one overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, no matter which team's lottery numbers gets called. From the Washington Wizards at the bottom Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:19:54 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-former-byu-qb-nfl-shot-with-super-bowl-champion-seattle-seahawks-jake-retzlaff?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq66swz9czJake Retzlaff, the BYU football quarterback formerly known as BYJew, is making his case for an NFL career with the Seattle Seahawks, as he inked a deal with the 12s shortly after going undrafted in the NFL Draft.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:20:48 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/andy-reid-just-invited-fellow-byu-alumni-for-mini-camp-tryout-with-kansas-city-chiefs?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq66ydprgfBYU football product John Taumoepeau didn't hear his name called on draft night. That wasn't entirely unexpected, as he didn't appear on any mock drafts leading up to the big night. But he will still have a chance to make his case for a pro career in the Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:52:33 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/another-byu-hoops-starting-center-target-bites-dust-commits-to-big-12-rival-julius-halaifonua?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq8t5rk2mpThe good news is that BYU basketball will be seeing plenty of this 7-footer on the court next season. The bad news is that another of BYU basketball's targets to fill the vacancy at starting center in Kevin Young's lineup, 7-foot Julius Halaifonua from GeTue, 28 Apr 2026 01:33:49 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-path-to-big-12-championship-got-easier-with-texas-tech-qb-out-brendan-sorsby?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq8r9rxzz0BYU football may have a wider title opening as the reigning Big 12 champions will be without their starting quarterback, Brendan Sorsby, as he takes a leave of absence to handle a gambling problem. It doesn't get much worse than this for a prominent athleTue, 28 Apr 2026 01:02:43 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/reclassifying-5-star-center-in-byu-crosshairs-announces-his-top-five-schools?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq8q0x7r7yObinna Ekezie, a 7-foot defensive nightmare and five-star center in the class of 2027, has been on BYU basketball's top priority list as Kevin Young hunts down a center with sincere NBA upside to round out what's shaping up to be an even stronger roster tTue, 28 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/top-3-undrafted-byu-players-with-legitimate-shots-making-nfl-roster-this-year-will-ferrin-mory-bamba-tanner-wall?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kq6f59qgehWhile life in the NFL is rough for undrafted free agents, these three rookies from BYU could make it at the next level. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/returning-arizona-big-man-confirms-that-byu-cant-compete-without-a-strong-starting-5?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq6e22gw1qBYU basketball's problems just got magnified with the return of Arizona center Motiejus Krivas. Krivas, a giant of a man who stands taller than 7-feet, held down the paint for Tommy Lloyd's Arizona Wildcats last season all the way through the Big 12 ConfeMon, 27 Apr 2026 03:37:05 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/these-two-nfl-teams-cant-stop-filling-their-rosters-by-signing-byu-football-alumni?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq66bmsb3xThe NFL Draft is officially in the books. With respect and admiration for the BYU Cougars' two draftees, Jack Kelly and Carsen Ryan, the fun doesn't stop with the final pick. Because once the countdown is over and the selection board is full, the rush to Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:53:41 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-stud-just-became-first-cougar-tight-end-in-nfl-draft-since-dennis-pitta?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq66n16dsnIt wasn't a straightforward path by any means, but BYU product and standout tight end, Carsen Ryan, was selected in the 7th round of the NFL Draft. From UCLA, to Utah, to BYU, and finally arriving in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns, Ryan is the first CoMon, 27 Apr 2026 02:29:49 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-5-star-center-just-visited-byu-basketball-could-play-as-early-as-next-season-obinna-ekezie?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq67hazj89Remember the name Obinna Ekezie Jr, because he may just be the answer to all of BYU basketball's prayers. A 5-star center and the fourth-rated player in the class of 2027 per 247 composite, this 7-foot beast down low plays at Southeastern Prep alongside aMon, 27 Apr 2026 02:07:50 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-lb-jack-kelly-is-receiving-the-funniest-comparisons-to-his-psycho-nfl-teammate?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq66ggvpngA round of applause to the first BYU football alumnus off the board in the 2026 NFL Draft, Jack Kelly! Kelly, a standout and source of terror for opposing quarterbacks across the Big 12 Conference during his years in Provo, was snagged in the sixth round Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:36:25 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/projecting-byus-starting-lineup-and-rotation-for-mens-and-womens-basketball-in-2026?utm_source=RSSSpencer Higinbotham01kq0x9fd015Let's get right into it and start with BYU women's basketball: This one will probably be the easier of the two because the women do not have nearly as many playMon, 27 Apr 2026 00:44:55 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/top-10-most-memorable-byu-football-wins-since-joining-big-12-conference?utm_source=RSSSpencer Higinbotham01kpvrf1nttmBYU football has won a lot since joining the Big 12 Conference three seasons ago. I could bore you with a long-winded intro, but I think we're all better off if we just hop right into the list. These are the top 10 most memorable wins since BYU left indepSun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byus-jack-kelly-and-carsen-ryan-were-selected-in-nfl-draft-but-did-they-end-up-in-right-situations?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kq3t5wnjywJack Kelly is headed to the New York Giants. Carsen Ryan is going to the Cleveland Browns. Situation matters for these two former BYU stars, so how do their situations look heading into their rookie seasons. Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:32:42 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-in-hunt-for-7-foot-finnish-star-who-dropped-jaws-at-eurobasket?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq3ddm1nzeThe State of Utah already has one Finnish basketball star, so what's the harm in adding another one? BYU is in the hunt for Miika Muurinen, a 7-footer who spends the majority of his time airborne and is known in basketball circles as "Slim Jesus", has annSat, 25 Apr 2026 23:12:51 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/how-i-made-money-buying-and-selling-collin-chandler-autographed-cards-after-he-decommitted-from-byu-for-kentucky?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kptx9az7d2I invested in a number of autographed Collin Chandler cards when he was a BYU prospect. When he decommitted and went to Kentucky, I sold those cards for a massive profit. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-football-proves-its-massive-worth-to-the-big-12-by-leading-in-this-one-stat?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmc387m7bBYU didn't take long to prove its value as a member of a power conference like the Big 12. In fact hasn't needed to prove itself in either of the two major sports -- football and men's basketball -- since the first season of its membership. Put simply, thSat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/panic-meter-ratings-for-4-byu-basketball-transfers-still-floating-around-the-portal?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq0v7rbgw1And then there were four. With the announcement that Austrian sharpshooter Aleksej Kostic will be transferring to Northwestern, that leaves just four remaining BYU Cougars still floating around in the transfer portal void. Some aimless, some desperate, anFri, 24 Apr 2026 23:38:04 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/late-blooming-sharpshooter-commits-to-northwestern-will-not-return-to-byu?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kq0rdmneszAleksej Kostic, a sophomore three-point sniper from Austria, has officially found a new home in college basketball, transferring to Northwestern University in the Big Ten. At BYU, Kostic was a late-blooming assassin from distanceFri, 24 Apr 2026 22:26:51 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/memoirs-from-the-mount-aj-dybantsa-was-perfect-ambassador-for-brigham-young-university?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpydxy49vjIn light of AJ Dybantsa's shocking decision to forgo his three seasons of remaining eligibility at BYU in favor of the likely number-one overall pick and its associated $62.7 million contract (ish), I feel compelled to take a moment of reflection to rememFri, 24 Apr 2026 03:53:22 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/4-star-monster-who-plays-defensive-line-commits-to-kalani-sitake-byu-football-jeremiah-williams?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpyhk9c2jtBYU football just secured a huge commitment -- and I mean that in several ways -- with four-star defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams announcing that he'd be joining Kalani Sitake's football program out in Provo.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:12:47 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-didnt-miss-its-chance-to-round-out-roster-through-the-transfer-portal?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmcg1yckyI felt the urge to write this article, because even I was a little confused about the whole "transfer portal window closing" situation. So if you, too, feel a bit uninformed on how the transfer portal works, and where BYU basketball currently stands as faFri, 24 Apr 2026 01:52:21 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-alum-tyler-allgeier-is-stuck-in-nfl-groundhog-day-as-arizona-drafts-star-rb?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpyfmwafahLies, deception, inequality, brutality. These are just a few of the words one could use to describe the unfair treatment of former BYU running back Tyler Allgeier since his introduction to the NFL. Now with his second team, he's being forced back to the sFri, 24 Apr 2026 01:15:59 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/aj-dybantsa-announces-hes-returning-to-byu-but-not-way-youre-thinking-nba-draft?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpyde53znjThe projected number-one overall pick, AJ Dybantsa, shocked approximately zero individuals when he announced his declaration for the upcoming NBA Draft from his hometown of Brockton, MA, on Thursday. When AJ Dybantsa teased the potential of a return BYUFri, 24 Apr 2026 00:45:43 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-kyu-effect-newest-nba-mock-draft-has-two-byu-cougars-selected-on-draft-night?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpvvegkjmrIt's NBA Draft announcement season, and everyone knows exactly what that means for BYU's consensus All-American and freshman superstar AJ Dybantsa. He's been a top-three lock since day one, no matter who you ask (save for a few 'look how smart I am' draftThu, 23 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-has-added-three-key-players-transfer-portal-their-3-point-shooting-will-blow-your-mind-chandler-betsey-wahlin?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kptq0wwevaBYU coach Kevin Young was determined to mine the transfer portal for more 3-point shooting. By bringing in Collin Chandler, Tyler Betsey, and Jake Whalin, he struck gold. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-number-one-recruiting-target-a-7-3-center-declares-for-nba-draft?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpvz32hpqbWhen BYU basketball knew they wouldn't be locking down UConn transfer Eric Reibe, their hunt for a starting center turned international, as 7'3" Italian big man Luigi Suigo began exploring his options between taking the leap to the NBA (where he's currentThu, 23 Apr 2026 02:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/former-byu-wing-kennard-davis-finally-gets-the-resolution-he-needs-from-dui-charge?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpvwsjqw55Former BYU wing, Kennard Davis Jr., was arrested for a suspected DUI in the early stages of the 2025-26 season, but all charges have finally been dropped after months of investigation brought up no evidence of Davis being under the influence at the time oThu, 23 Apr 2026 01:15:33 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/four-star-forward-de-commits-from-byu-basketball-will-transfer-to-weber-state-chamberlain-burgess?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpvsbycq1aFormerly a four-star forward out of Orem High School and the fifth-rated recruit in the State of Utah, Chamberlain Burgess' college basketball career has careened off course as he transfers from JUCO Snow College to Weber State in Ogden, Utah. BYU basketbThu, 23 Apr 2026 00:42:19 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/transfer-jake-whalin-has-overlooked-superpower-byu-desperately-needs-not-his-3-point-shooting?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kptm3jd1e6BYU transfer Jake Whalin is 6-foot-10 and can nail 3-pointers, but he's got one major skill the Cougars are going to need next year. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:21:08 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-star-aj-dybantsa-will-declare-for-the-nba-draft-in-his-hometown-wont-he?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpvssv0xdwEverybody and their dog knows what it means when BYU forward, AJ Dybantsa, schedules an important announcement from his hometown of Brockton, Massachusetts. With the deadline to enter the upcoming NBA Draft quickly approaching, the consensus All-AmericanThu, 23 Apr 2026 00:12:37 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-walls-are-closing-in-on-mark-pope-through-kentucky-wildcats-nightmare-offseason?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpsep53ky7Mark Pope is running out of time to fix the Kentucky Wildcats' leaky ship as the once mighty blue blood vessel takes on more and more water with every recruiting miss. Pope's recruiting ability once launched BYU basketball forward by several years' worthWed, 22 Apr 2026 03:37:46 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/kentucky-transfer-collin-chandler-speaks-out-on-why-he-returned-to-byu-basketball?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppytbyqnkCollin Chandler's arrival at BYU was a long time coming, and left fans in suspense for over four years. The highest-rated recruit in program history at the time, Chandler committed to BYU basketball four years ago before departing on his two-year missionaWed, 22 Apr 2026 02:52:12 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/it-raining-four-stars-as-byu-football-is-contender-for-several-high-grade-recruits?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppy5ndezsSure, the college basketball transfer portal and recruiting whirlwind have been collecting most of our attention these days, but there is plenty of reason to get off your seat for BYU football's recruiting efforts to follow up and build off of what was, bWed, 22 Apr 2026 01:59:29 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/the-number-one-player-in-class-of-2027-connected-to-kevin-young-byu-basketball?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpsb3t9n4xBYU basketball is back on the market for number-one players, as 2027 6'10" power forward CJ Rosser broke down his ties to teams in the mix to land his impending commitment. Among programs like Louisville, Kentucky, and North Carolina -- where he's alreadyWed, 22 Apr 2026 01:30:28 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/audi-crooks-transferring-to-oklahoma-st-is-big-relief-for-big-12-and-byu?utm_source=RSSSpencer Higinbotham01kppkqr8cr7One of the best players in the Big 12 was heavily considering transferring to an SEC school, but they have decided to stay in the Big 12. And no, I'm not talking about Rob Wright. I'm talking about Audi Crooks, who is transferring from Iowa St to OklahomaWed, 22 Apr 2026 00:57:57 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-fans-pitchforks-on-tyler-allgeier-behalf-if-arizona-cardinals-draft-rb-jeremiyah-love-no-3?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kppcfdhmphTyler Allgeier finally escaped Bijan Robinson's shadow with the Atlanta Falcons. As a new free agent with the Arizona Cardinals, history might repeat itself if the Cardinals draft Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:47:17 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/former-byu-reserve-finds-upgrade-transfer-portal-will-play-at-villanova-elijah-crawford?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kps7nxnk9aIf you remember Elijah Crawford, the point guard who BYU assistant coach Brandon Dunson referred to as one of the best point guards in the entire country during his recruiting period, you'll be excited to hear that he's landed a role at Villanova after spWed, 22 Apr 2026 00:30:16 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/report-proves-byu-rob-wright-didnt-just-follow-the-money-in-transfer-portal?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmbekm2fmWhen Robert Wright III jumped ship from his freshman home of Baylor University to take a higher paycheck from Big 12 mate, BYU, it was easy to point to the financial aspect of his move as the primary motivator.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/why-this-college-hoops-expert-calls-byu-marriott-center-best-environment-in-the-country-ryan-hammer?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppwep9g9h"I have to come back," said college basketball expert and host of the Blue Blooded Podcast Ryan Hammer during a recent spot with BYU Sports Nation. "[The Marriott Center] is still my number-one rated home game-day environment in the entire country," HammeTue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:05 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/should-byu-basketball-hunt-down-this-former-nba-draft-pick-from-baylor-james-nnaji?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpa4gfvgrhShould BYU basketball take a look at NBA dropout James Nnaji from Baylor, or has Kevin Young learned his lesson from the debacle of last season? James Nnaji was a second-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. After being the first player off the board in the sTue, 21 Apr 2026 02:00:56 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-s-jane-hedengren-just-shattered-an-ncaa-record-in-her-very-first-5k-event?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpps2rt2hmBYU's Jane Hedengren continues her spree of obliterating records, as she stepped up for her first-ever outdoor 5k event only to shatter the NCAA record with a time of 14:50.50.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:22:48 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/this-former-byu-quarterback-just-named-bronco-mendenhall-starter-at-utah-state-mccae-hillstead?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmbtx7ar4McCae Hillstead read the writing on the walls when freshman Bear Bachmeier, who had joined the team after spring practice was over, won the starting job at quarterback. It was clear BYU had no intention of building an offense around the former Utah State Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:58:38 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/transfer-portal-shopping-list-best-centers-still-on-the-market-for-byu-basketball?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppnntgsd4BYU basketball missed out on UConn transfer Eric Reibe. Boohoo, you can cry about it another time, because the here and now is all about action, and Kevin Young cannot afford to enter this upcoming season with an incomplete roster. Still with four roster Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:41:26 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-whiffs-on-ideal-7-foot-center-prospect-in-transfer-portal-eric-reibe?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kppf57y2htYou can't always get what you want, but we're all starting to wonder if BYU basketball will ever get what they need: a 7-foot starting center to pair with their otherwise loaded starting lineup. Fans were swarming at the prospects of adding UConn transferMon, 20 Apr 2026 22:30:22 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/nate-pickens-recalls-hardest-workout-ever-during-a-byu-basketball-practice?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmbmywxkk"I walked into the Annex, and I see him [Nate Pickens] on all fours," chuckled BYU guard Dawson Baker. "And [Coach John Linehan] was just going at him. Just yelling at him!" Nate Pickens, a senior transfer from UC Riverside, was BYU basketball's missing pMon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/with-the-nfl-draft-looming-let-s-check-in-on-last-10-former-byu-players-selected-in-the-draft?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kph9cmwcq8BYU has a lot of former players in the NFL. We'll see who gets drafted this year. While we wait, let's look at the last 10 former Cougars selected in the NFL Draft. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-must-act-now-to-fill-empty-roster-spots-before-transfer-portal-closes?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpmb8xemjwIf the transfer portal closed today, BYU basketball would be four spots short of a full roster. With more players using the transfer portal as an exit than an entrance (an unfortunate trend in the current era of college basketball as a whole), Kevin YoungMon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:39 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/every-byu-basketball-transfer-portal-addition-to-this-point-remaining-roster-needs?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpm90f9j3yKevin Young and BYU basketball have been enjoying a remarkably high-quality romp through the transfer portal. Sure, they've lost core players like Kennard Davis Jr, Xavion Staton, Aleksej Kostic, and Abdullah Ahmed -- and most of those losses stung -- butMon, 20 Apr 2026 02:24:30 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/should-byu-basketball-pursue-this-7-foot-9-goliath-from-florida-in-transfer-portal?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpa4cwd78vBYU basketball is still without an excellent 7-foot center to hold down the paint, and with just four open spots remaining on the roster, it's time to start examining the options in the portal and evaluating just how badly Kevin Young and company need to Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:44:50 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-killer-sharpshooting-texas-tech-point-guard-has-entered-transfer-portal-christian-anderson?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpm6cdzywmTexas Tech's lead guard and an absolute sniper from long range, Christian Anderson, has withdrawn his name from the NBA Draft and will seek a new role in college basketball through the transfer portal. A BYU-killer and tormenter of perimeter defenses everMon, 20 Apr 2026 01:19:52 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/what-are-nfl-mock-drafts-telling-us-about-byu-stars-jack-kelly-chase-roberts-and-carsen-ryan?utm_source=RSSD.A. Sweat01kphasyje4xBYU has three draftable NFL prospects in Jack Kelly, Chase Roberts, and Carsen Ryan. Where are they currently falling in recent mock drafts? Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:53:26 +0000enhttps://lawlessrepublic.com/byu-basketball-is-finally-circling-the-7-footer-kevin-young-needs-so-desperately-luigi-suigo?utm_source=RSSCalvin Barrett01kpm3p7bp34BYU basketball has just four roster spots remaining, but no starting center. I do not hyperbolize in the slightest by saying Kevin Young has to be putting the remainder of his eggs into the starting center basket -- preferably one of the 7-foot variety.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:38:43 +0000en