· 2026-07-03

The BYU Cougars are gearing up for a strong season in the Big 12, with their top players earning high ratings on EA Sports College Football '27.
LJ Martin, the Cougars' running back, has a 92 rating, while center Brice Mitchell has a 91 rating.
The Cougars have two of the top 10 players, with Martin and sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier leading the pack.
The ratings suggest the Cougars will be strong in the secondary, with three of the six defenders in the secondary earning high ratings.
Evan Johnson, a cornerback, has a 90 rating, while Faletau Satuala, a strong safety, also has a 90 rating.
The Cougars' defense was impressive last year, tying for second with 17 interceptions and ranking fourth in yards per pass attempt allowed.
The BYU Cougars are set to face the Utah Tech Trailblazers on September 6, 2026.
The team's top 20 players on EA Sports College Football '27 include LJ Martin, Brice Mitchell, Evan Johnson, and Faletau Satuala.
And with a strong roster, the Cougars are looking to make a statement in the Big 12.
But the competition will be fierce, with other top teams vying for the top spot.
So the Cougars will need to bring their A-game if they want to come out on top.
The team's quarterback, Bear Bachmeier, has an 84 rating, while Therrian Alexander III, a cornerback, also has an 84 rating.
The Cougars' running back, Kyle Sfarcioc, has an 83 rating, while Justin Kirkland, a defensive tackle, also has an 83 rating.
The team's top 20 players are a mix of offense and defense, with a strong secondary and a potent offense.
The Cougars are looking to build on their success from last year, and with their top players earning high ratings, they're off to a strong start.