BYU’s first depth chart of the 2026 season landed on Monday, and it didn’t take long to spot the freshmen making noise. Excluding specialists, eight true freshmen showed up on the initial two-deep, a strong early sign for a class already pushing for real roles.
The headliner is Legend Glasker, the only true freshman listed as a starter. The former Lehi standout earned the nod at wide receiver alongside Kyler Kasper and Jojo Phillips after doing enough in camp to win the staff’s trust.
Glasker’s speed jumps off the page, but what really separates him is how naturally he creates space with polished routes. He also stands out when the ball is in the air, tracking it cleanly, getting between defender and target, and coming down with tough catches.
Another freshman receiver who cracked the chart is Jaron Pula, listed as a third-string wideout despite being limited in Fall Camp, according to Fesi Sitake. That lack of reps kept him from making a bigger push right away, but the talent is obvious.
The former four-star brings size, smooth routes, strong hands, and real run-after-catch ability. He may need time to absorb the playbook and build chemistry with Bear Bachmeier, but by the back half of the season, he could be hard to keep off the field.
Terrance Saryon is in a similar spot in terms of patience, though the buzz around him kept building through camp. Sitake said at the end of camp that Saryon is one of the best players on the roster with the ball in his hands.
He still has work to do on the playbook, which keeps him out of the rotation to open the season, but his skill set is different enough to matter. If injuries hit the receiver room, he’s the kind of player who can suddenly force his way into the picture.
BYU also has a freshman quarterback in the mix. Enoch Watson is listed as the third-string quarterback after showing flashes throughout camp.
The Arizona native impressed with his accuracy and his ability to pick up yards with his legs, and Aaron Roderick is high on his potential. For now, as long as the quarterbacks stay healthy, Watson is a depth option in 2026.
On the defensive side, David Tangilanu earned third-string defensive tackle status after a strong enough fall to draw second-team reps and praise from upperclassmen. Tangilanu originally signed with BYU in 2023 as a defensive end before returning from his mission and joining the program at defensive tackle. The California native looks set for a reserve role, with a chance to chip in for a handful of snaps.
Braxton Lindsey, a four-star linebacker, is listed as third-string as well, but the expectation is that his role will stretch beyond that. BYU sees him as a pass-rush weapon early on, and that kind of specialty usage could get him first-team snaps in 2026. There’s a path for his role to grow as the season goes on, much like Nusi Taumoepeau in 2025.
At offensive tackle, Bott Mulitalo has already secured the backup right tackle job even though he is still learning the position. The true freshman is new to offensive tackle, but the staff clearly trusts where he is right now.
This season should be about learning the system and sharpening technique, though injuries could force him into action before long. If BYU gets a comfortable lead in the opener, that could be the kind of game where he gets his first reps.
The last freshman on the depth chart is Kennan Pula, who looks like the next safety in line behind Faletau Satuala, Raider Damuni and Tommy Prassas. A four-star true freshman, Pula should see plenty of action in 2026.
He arrived with a reputation as a ball-hawking safety, but what stood out in camp was his physical style. He has size, he likes contact, and his ceiling is as high as any young defender on the roster.
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