BYU Cougars
2024 Season Results

BYU Cougars — 2024 Season Review

In 2024, the BYU Cougars posted a 11-2 record under head coach Kalani Sitake, competing as a member of the Big 12. The team scored 405 total points and allowed 255 throughout 13 games, averaging 31.2 points scored and 19.6 points allowed per outing.

The highlight reel included a 38-9 victory at home against Kansas State Wildcats, a 41-13 victory at home against Southern Illinois Salukis, and a 41-19 victory at home against Arizona Wildcats. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the BYU Cougars's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

On the other side of the ledger, the BYU Cougars absorbed a narrow 13-17 defeat to Kansas Jayhawks and a narrow 23-28 defeat to Arizona State Sun Devils. These results, while disappointing, provided valuable experience for a program focused on continued improvement.

The BYU Cougars went 7-2 in Big 12 competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the Big 12 presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Provo, UT.

The postseason brought Valero Alamo Bowl: W 36-14, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the BYU Cougars to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

At home, the BYU Cougars went 5-1, while posting a 5-1 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2024 roster from start to finish.

The offensive production remained consistent throughout the year, with 206 points in the first half and 199 in the second half of the schedule. Defensively, the unit allowed 19.6 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2024 campaign.

The 2024 season ultimately represented a successful chapter in BYU Cougars football history. With a final record of 11-2, the program exceeded expectations and established a foundation for continued success in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 13 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.