The NFL preseason is officially underway, and a wave of former BYU Cougars are looking to make their mark on the league! With 18 former Cougars currently on NFL rosters during training camp, including several rookies, there's plenty of BYU talent to watch in the coming weeks. From undrafted free agents battling for roster spots to established veterans looking to fine-tune their game, here's a guide to catching BYU players in action.
Key Players to Watch
- Kedon Slovis (Houston Texans): The former BYU quarterback is competing for the QB3 role with the Texans. Keep an eye on his performance as he aims to secure his place on the team.
- Tyler Batty (Minnesota Vikings), Jakob Robinson (San Francisco 49ers), Caleb Etienne (Cincinnati Bengals), and Darius Lassiter (Jacksonville Jaguars): These undrafted rookies are fighting for their NFL dreams. Every snap counts as they try to impress coaches and earn a spot on the final rosters.
- Kingsley Suamataia (Kansas City Chiefs): Suamataia is transitioning to a new position at left guard for the Chiefs. His progress and ability to adapt will be crucial to his success.
Preseason Schedule Highlights
Here's a look at some key preseason games featuring former BYU players:
- Indianapolis Colts at Baltimore Ravens: Featuring Blake Freeland (Colts).
- Cincinnati Bengals at Philadelphia Eagles: Featuring Caleb Etienne and Ryan Rehkow (Bengals).
- Cleveland Browns at Carolina Panthers: Featuring Brady Christensen (Panthers).
- Washington Commanders at New England Patriots: Featuring Khyiris Tonga (Patriots).
- Houston Texans at Minnesota Vikings: Featuring Kedon Slovis (Texans) and Tyler Batty (Vikings).
- Pittsburgh Steelers at Jacksonville Jaguars: Featuring Darius Lassiter (Jaguars).
Many other former Cougars, including veterans like Fred Warner and Puka Nacua, are also on NFL rosters. While they may not see extensive preseason action, their presence adds to the strong BYU representation in the league.
Don't miss the opportunity to watch these former BYU stars compete and chase their NFL aspirations! The preseason is a crucial time for players to prove themselves, so tune in and support the Cougars as they strive for success.