Kevin Young finds himself in a waiting game as he anticipates his first appearance in the AP rankings. BYU, too, has been making waves with its performance. In Monday's poll, BYU received 27 total votes, landing just four spots outside of the top 25. A week ago, the Cougars earned 26 votes but were seven teams away from an official ranking. This shows the close call and the determination of the team. Special Collector’s Issue: “1984: The Year BYU was Second to None” offers an inclusive look inside BYU Football's 1984 National Championship season. It's a fascinating glimpse into the past.Big 12 Rankings and Beyond
There are six Big 12 teams ranked in the top 25, with No. 1 Kansas leading the way. Iowa State is at No. 5, Houston at No. 7, Baylor at No. 13, Arizona at No. 17, and Cincinnati at No. 18. Like BYU, Texas Tech, UCF, Kansas State, and Arizona State also picked up votes but didn't make the top 25. This highlights the competitiveness within the conference. Mark Pope's Kentucky Wildcats had an impressive 77-72 win over Duke, which propelled them to jump 10 spots to No. 9. In the KenPom rankings, the 4-0 Cougars currently sit at No. 28 as the eighth-best Big 12 team. This showcases their position within the conference and their potential.BYU now has a few days off before hosting Mississippi Valley State Saturday at the Marriott Center in Provo. This gives the team time to rest and prepare for the upcoming game. It's an important period for them to fine-tune their strategies and get ready to take on the opponent. The Marriott Center will be the stage for this exciting matchup, and fans are eagerly awaiting the action.The Cougars have shown great promise and are constantly striving for better rankings. Their journey in the AP rankings and within the Big 12 conference is one to watch. With their recent performances and the upcoming game, they are sure to make more waves in the world of college football.
