Disaster Strikes as BYU Football Repeats These Three Mistakes in 2025
As BYU football fans enter the 2025 season with high hopes, there’s a looming sense of déjà vu among analysts and supporters. Could history repeat itself, leading the Cougars down a path of avoidable disappointment? While optimism remains high in Provo, the shadow of past mistakes casts a long shadow over the program. If BYU fails to address three critical issues that plagued them in recent seasons, disaster could be inevitable.
1. Lack of Consistency on Offense
The Cougars have shown flashes of brilliance on offense, but inconsistency has often been their Achilles’ heel. In 2024, BYU struggled to string together complete games, with their high-powered offense often sputtering against tough opponents. Missed opportunities, turnovers in critical moments, and ineffective play-calling put unnecessary pressure on the defense.
Fast-forward to 2025, and similar patterns are beginning to emerge in early practice reports. The talent is there—promising quarterbacks, explosive wide receivers, and a solid offensive line—but execution remains a concern. Without a clear