##  Tulane Green Wave "Vetted Every Angle" Before Signing Ex-BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff

**Sumrall Explains Extensive Due Diligence Behind Latest Addition to Quarterback Room**


Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall left no doubt about the thoroughness of his team's vetting process when it came to securing former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff.  Speaking at the American Conference Media Day in Charlotte, Sumrall detailed the multi-faceted approach taken before bringing Retzlaff on board after his departure from BYU earlier this month.

“After doing our due diligence on the university’s side of things with everything around Jake, we got the green light to move forward," Sumrall said. 'Then you check to make sure that, academically, things are a fit and that worked. And then, the football component, you have to make a decision on. Felt like, when it presented, we vetted every angle of it. As we went through that process, it checked all the boxes, so let’s do this.”

Sumrall's prior relationship with Retzlaff played a role in his desire to bring him to Tulane.  He had recruited Retzlaff out of Riverside Community College during his tenure at Troy in 2022. At that time, Troy was the quarterback's lone offer until BYU came in late, leading to Retzlaff’s eventual commitment to the Cougars.

“Jake had one offer out of Riverside Community College for a really long time and it was Troy,” Sumrall recalled. “We won our conference championship game at Troy that year, and two days later, I went on a flight to go see Jake. Then BYU came in, and proximity to home and other factors led him there.”


Sumrall expressed confidence in Retzlaff's ability to contribute to the Green Wave.  “I don’t subscribe to the theory that less is more,” he said. “If we have an opportunity to add a capable player that can help us win, we’re going to do it.”

Retzlaff now joins a competitive quarterback room with three fellow transfers and will aim to secure the starting position when Tulane kicks off its season against Northwestern on August 30th.   




##  Tulane Green Wave "Vetted Every Angle" Before Signing Ex-BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff

**Sumrall Explains Extensive Due Diligence Behind Latest Addition to

Ex-BYU quarterback fully &quot;vetted&quot; by new team, say

Ex-BYU quarterback fully &quot;vetted&quot; by new team, say coach

## Hollywood Lights On BYU Basketball? Documentary in the Works

**Could a documentary capture BYU's historic rise in college basketball?** 

A Hollywood producer has reportedly pitched a film focused on the Cougars' 2025-26 season, according to ESPN.  If greenlit, it wouldn't just be a basketball story; it would delve into themes of belief and high expectations.

### A Star-Studded Cast is Ready for Prime Time

BYU already boasts a roster primed for the big screen:

* **AJ Dybantsa:** The 6-foot-10 phenom projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. He's athletic, powerful, and playing under a lucrative NIL deal.
* **Richie Saunders:** A sharpshooter and emotional leader who helped BYU reach the Sweet Sixteen last season.
* **Keba Keita:** A high-flying center with immense upside and another returning contributor from the team's tournament run.

The cast is further bolstered by head coach Kevin Young, an NBA veteran quickly becoming one of college basketball's most intriguing leaders.

### Underdog to Contender: The Plot Thickens 

BYU stunned critics last season with a second-weekend NCAA Tournament appearance – their first since the Jimmer Fredette era in 2011.  Over the final two months, they led the nation in offensive efficiency, shooting 37% from deep and nearly 60% inside the arc.

Their success defied expectations, creating a compelling narrative for a documentary: underdog overachievers reloading with elite talent. Now, BYU is no longer sneaking up on anyone; ESPN has already named them a national title contender.


###  A Spotlight Could Change Everything

A documentary wouldn't just tell BYU's story; it could shape its future. National exposure from a series like "Last Chance U" or "Full Court Press" could impact recruiting, fan engagement, and elevate the program's national standing. If the Cougars make a deep tournament run with Dybantsa at the helm, it could change how they are viewed across the country.


Coach Young, with NBA ties and a modern approach, already attracts top talent. A high-profile documentary would amplify what he is building in Provo.

###  Will Cameras Roll? 

While there's no official greenlight yet, the interest is palpable. The buzz is growing. If cameras arrive at the Marriott Center this fall, BYU fans might not just witness history; they could be a part of it.



Stay tuned. Something big is brewing in Provo.


## Hollywood Lights On BYU Basketball? Documentary in the Works

**Could a documentary capture BYU's historic rise in college basketball?** 

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Ex-BYU quarterback fully "vetted" by new team, say coach

Hollywood eyes BYU Basketball’s 2025-26 season

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Ex-BYU quarterback fully &quot;vetted&quot; by new team, say coach

Hollywood eyes BYU Basketball’s 2025-26 season

Ex-BYU quarterback fully "vetted" by new team, say coach