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CONCERN: With BYU Star Faletau Satuala OUT, What Must Happen for Cougars to THRIVE in Big 12 in '26? | BYU Safeties Preview
Faletau Satuala’s injury shakes up the BYU Cougars’ defensive landscape just months before the 2026 season. The acclaimed All-American safety, who dazzled last year with his rare combination of height, speed, and playmaking, now faces a crucial recovery period after fracturing his foot. With Satuala projected to miss at least eight weeks, Jake Hatch examines the timeline and the potential pitfalls BYU faces if he’s not 100% by the high-stakes Week 2 matchup against Arizona—a game set to define the early Big 12 race. Can BYU's defense remain elite without its versatile anchor patrolling the…
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