It appears there isn’t any credible update that Jake Retzlaff has made a dramatic “comeback” by committing to BYU with an extension after transfer deliberations. In fact, the latest reputable reports paint a very different picture:
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🔍 What’s Actually Happening
1. Civil lawsuit dismissed, honor-code violation remains
The civil suit alleging sexual assault was dismissed on June 30, 2025 .
2. Honor code breach triggers suspension
Retzlaff admitted to violating BYU’s honor code by engaging in premarital sex—resulting in a reported seven-game suspension .
3. Transfer intentions confirmed
He is planning to leave BYU to avoid the suspension, and while the NCAA transfer portal wasn’t open initially, BYU players expect him to enter it soon .
4. BYU’s coach remains non-committal
Head coach Kalani Sitake didn’t announce any re-signing or extension. Instead, he stated that Retzlaff “can speak for himself” and confirmed a quarterback competition is underway .
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🧭 Bottom Line
No credible evidence supports the “shocking U-turn” with Retzlaff recommitting to BYU—there’s no official press release, contract, or announcement from the school or mainstream outlets.
The more supported narrative: the QB plans to transfer due to the seven-game suspension, and BYU is preparing to move forward without him. They’re opening the quarterback room to others for the upcoming season.
Would you like details on potential destinations in the transfer portal or insights into the current QB competition at BYU?
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