Overview

• On June 30 attorneys for both sides filed a joint motion to dismiss the civil sexual assault lawsuit “upon the merits,” and Judge Coral Sanchez signed the order with prejudice.
• Retzlaff informed BYU staff and teammates of his plan to enter the NCAA transfer portal after admitting to premarital sex and expecting a seven-game suspension under the Honor Code.
• BYU’s Honor Code prohibits premarital sex and instructs students to “live a chaste and virtuous life,” a rule that has previously led to disciplinary action against other high-profile athletes.
• No criminal charges were ever filed in connection with the November 2023 allegations, which Retzlaff’s attorneys denied, describing the encounter as consensual.
• The Cougars are ramping up preparation of backup quarterbacks McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet and Bear Bachmeier for the 2025 season in anticipation of Retzlaff’s departure.