The uncertainty surrounding Jake Retzlaff's availability for the upcoming season casts a long shadow over BYU's Big 12 title aspirations. This podcast dives into the critical question: Can Kalani Sitake and the Cougars still contend in a competitive conference if they're forced to rely on one of the trio of McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet, or Bear Bachmeier at quarterback?

We'll analyze the collective capabilities of BYU's backup quarterback options. McCae Hillstead brings a blend of athleticism and Big 12 experience from his time at Utah State. Treyson Bourguet offers a different skillset from his Western Michigan days, and incoming Stanford transfer Bear Bachmeier is a highly-touted prospect with significant potential. We'll assess how each of these quarterbacks might alter Aaron Roderick's offensive scheme and the team's overall identity.

Despite the potential absence of their starting quarterback, there's a growing sentiment that BYU might still be able to hang in the Big 12 race. We'll explore the argument that while Retzlaff is a valuable asset, his absence might only account for a loss of 1-2 wins, theoretically shifting BYU's ceiling from a 10-2 record to a still-respectable 8-4. This perspective suggests that the overall talent on the roster, coupled with Kalani Sitake's coaching, could mitigate the impact of a quarterback change.

This episode will delve into the strengths of the rest of the BYU roster, including the returning talent at wide receiver, the offensive line, and the defense, which could help carry the team. We'll discuss how a strong supporting cast can elevate the play of a new quarterback and keep the Cougars competitive in the Big 12.

Join us as we weigh the impact of Jake Retzlaff's potential absence and assess BYU's chances of making a Big 12 run with a new signal-caller at the helm.

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