HOW BYU STUNNED A NATION: Five-Star Ryder Lyons Dumps Oregon, USC for Big 12, Shows NIL, LDS Power

Locked On Big 12 | Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast · Jun 25, 2025 · 28m

Ryder Lyons, the highly sought-after 5-star quarterback from the 2026 class, announced his commitment to BYU on June 24, 2025, choosing the Cougars over other top programs like Oregon and USC. His decision was heavily influenced by a unique combination of factors: Deep Religious and Family Ties: Lyons is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), which owns and operates BYU. This strong alignment with his faith provides a comfortable and familiar environment. Furthermore, his father, Tim Lyons, played defensive back for BYU, and other family members have attended the…