Quarterback

It was set up as a legitimate competition between senior Treyson Bourguet (6-2, 210) and freshman Enoch Watson (6-3, 215) prior to the beginning of fall camp for backup duties behind starter Bear Bachmeier, although it’s been apparent for a while now that the job will be Bourguet’s. The senior has shown well during most open practice sessions, and given his experience within the system, it seemed unlikely from the get-go that the job would be given to anyone other than Bourguet.

Running back

Sione Moa (5-10, 220) looks fully healthy and fans can anticipate the sophomore running back to receive a lot of reps both backup duty and even alongside starter LJ Martin (6-2, 225) this season. The Timpview product should be a major part of BYU’s overall offensive production one year after having his season cut short due to medical issues.

Backing up both Martin and Moa will be Preston Rex (6-0, 200), who has seen a lot of reps during scrimmages and open sessions, and true freshman DeVaughn Eka (5-11, 195), who impressed during both scrimmages. Overall BYU will prove much deeper at the running back position than it did a season ago.

Receiver

The rotation looks to be set with senior Jojo Phillips (6-5, 205) likely to receive the starting nod alongside Oregon transfer Kyler Kasper (6-6, 212.) Phillips has remained consistent and steady throughout fall camp while Kasper has begun to emerge in earnest during the final two weeks.

Backing up both Phillips and Kasper will almost assuredly be true freshman Legend Glasker (6-1, 175) and SUU transfer Reggie Frischknecht 6-4, 207.) Glasker established himself as a solid rotation option early on during practice sessions while Frischknecht did his best work during the inter-team scrimmage where he caught two touchdown passes to strongly suggest he needs to be on the field come game time.

Tight end

There hasn’t been a lot of mobility within the tight end group with USC transfer Walker Lyons (6-4, 245) and Oregon transfer Roger Saleapaga (6-4, 235) both locking down the top two tight end positions with the prospect of both seeing a lot of playing time this season.

The third tight end looks to be senior Keayen Nead (6-5, 265), who will likely be employed extensively during short-yardage situations.

Offensive line

Washington transfer Paki Finau (6-5, 310) entered fall camp as the likely starter, and although coaches experimented with some different options, Finau now appears to be a lock to start at left tackle, at least initially.

One of the more intriguing stories is who will form the two-deep roster with freshmen Bott Mulitalo (6-5, 310) and Siosiua Latu-Finau (6-5, 310) making strides, alongside several others in forming a young and intriguing backup group.

Defensive line

There hasn’t been much mobility during fall camp along the defensive front, although Texas transfer Tausili Akana (6-3, 235) has begun to emerge late as he looks to establish himself as an every-down player rather than a third-down pass rush specialist. Another player who has been mentioned prominently by coaches throughout has been Utah transfer Hunter Clegg (6-4, 250) who has impressed and should be afforded a lot of reps this coming season.

Linebacker

The big story here is the emergence of Kansas State transfer Jake Clifton (6-2, 230.) The linebacker room is arguably the deepest on the entire team, so to warrant any kind of playing time is a tall task, although Clifton has demanded a spot in the rotation due to his standout play during most practice sessions.

Cornerback

Jayven Williams (6-2, 175) appears to be firmly entrenched as the No. 3 corner behind senior Evan Johnson (6-0, 185) and junior Tre Alexander (6-2, 175) and should be employed during nickel formations on the outside, allowing Johnson to slide inside as the slot corner.

Safety

The Cougars are top heavy at the safety position with junior Faletau Satuala (6-4, 215), senior Raider Damuni (6-1, 210) and sophomore Tommy Prassas (6-2, 200) all expected to play prominent roles. Options behind them remains thin, although notable strides have been made by true freshman Kennan Pula (6-3, 200) and sophomore Jarinn Kalama (6-3, 210.)