BYU Cougars Retain Kalani Sitake as Head Coach

BYU Cougars' head coach Kalani Sitake is staying with the team after being offered the head coach job by Penn State.

The Cougars finished last season 12-2, including a win over Georgia Tech in the Pop-Tarts Bowl.

What happened?

Sitake was honored by the offer from Penn State, but his ties to BYU as an alum and former player kept him in Provo.

He has an 84-45 record and a 6-2 record in bowl games as the Cougars' head coach.

Why it matters for BYU Cougars

The team returns enough pieces to contend for a Big 12 title and possible College Football Playoff berth.

Sitake's decision to stay is a huge compliment to the university and the team.

BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick said the whole process was legitimate and possible.

What comes next?

The Cougars' next game is against Utah Tech Trailblazers on September 6, 2026.

Sitake is entering his 11th season as BYU head coach and is looking forward to the upcoming season.

The team's success last season and the return of key players make them a strong contender in the Big 12.

Sitake's experience and leadership will be crucial in the team's pursuit of a conference title.

And with the support of the university and the team, Sitake is confident in the team's abilities.

But the road to the top will not be easy, and the Cougars will face tough competition in the Big 12.

So the team will need to stay focused and work hard to achieve their goals.

The Cougars' fans are excited to see what the upcoming season holds for the team.

With Sitake at the helm, the team is ready to take on the challenge and make a run for the title.