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BYU Names True Freshman Bear Bachmeier Starting Quarterback for Aug. 30 Opener

After a May transfer from Stanford, he beat out McCae Hillstead and Treyson Bourguet to take the job.

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Nov 23, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • BYU said Bachmeier will start against Portland State, making him the first true freshman to open a season at quarterback in school history.
  • Offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick cited a high completion rate, ball security and steady leadership during camp in explaining the decision.
  • Bachmeier, who wears No. 47, revealed his QB1 status in a team social post featuring an AI bear image tied to his jersey number.
  • He won a three-way competition over transfers McCae Hillstead (Utah State) and Treyson Bourguet (Western Michigan), with the backup order still to be finalized.
  • The move follows Jake Retzlaff’s July 11 withdrawal and transfer to Tulane after a potential seven-game honor code suspension, as BYU seeks to build on last season’s 11-2 finish.