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USA Today
11 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Taysom Hill, Foster Moreau start Saints training camp on the PUP list
When the New Orleans Saints kick off their first training camp practice on Wednesday, two of their teammates will be watching from the sidelines. Tight end Foster Moreau and do-it-all chess piece Taysom Hill were each placed on the physically unable to perform list (PUP) on Tuesday, per Saints general manager Mickey Loomis. While both guys are trending in the right direction after suffering knee injuries last season, neither of them were cleared in time for the first day of practice. This was expected. Moreau hurt his knee in the last game of the season. Hill tore his ACL midway through 2024. Loomis wouldn't put any time table in place, but he said everything has been positive for Hill so far, and he expects him to play in 2025. We'll just have to wait and see when he's available. As for Moreau? He's been active all offseason, helping rookie quarterback Tyler Shough with throwing drills at Tulane's Yulman Stadium and attending minicamps and OTAs at the team practice facility as a spectator. Moore praised him as exactly the type of veteran presence they want in the locker room: "He is everything we want in our program. I think he's a great example, he can't do much of anything from a physical standpoint, (but) he's in every meeting, he's out there every day. He's leading the group. He's got a voice, and you hear it, during 7-on-7 periods, chewing and yelling at people left and right." It'll just have to be a minute before Moreau and Hill make their presence felt on the practice field, wearing helmets and shoulder pads like their teammates. It remains to be seen what kind of role Moore envisions for each of them in his offense but it's good to hear he's excited for both of them to dig into the playbook.
Fox News
a day ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Jake Retzlaff, who faced seven-game suspension for honor code violation at BYU, transfers to Tulane: report
Jake Retzlaff has found a new home in college football. The former BYU quarterback verbally committed to transfer to Tulane, according to ESPN. Retzlaff was background checked by Tulane, which included their Title IX office, the report adds. He will be considered a walk-on when he hits campus, and Retzlaff will have to compete for the starting role. This move by Retzlaff, who is entering his fifth and final year of eligibility in NCAA, comes after a formal withdrawal from the school on July 11. He left the university and football program due to the team's plan to suspend him seven games for breaking the school's honor code. "After a lot of prayers, reflection and conversations with those I trust, I've made the difficult decision to officially withdraw from BYU and the BYU football program," Retzlaff posted on Instagram. "BYU has meant more to me that just football. It's been a place of growth — spiritually, mentally and physically. I'm grateful for every teammate, coach, staff member and fan who's supported me along the way." Retzlaff was involved in a lawsuit in May, where a woman accused him of rape in November 2023. Retzlaff denied that allegation, saying that it was consensual sex. Retzlaff's attorneys and the woman who accused him filed a joint motion last month in Salt Lake City's 3rd District Court to dismiss the case, per multiple reports. The joint motion comes due to "prejudice and upon the merits of the Plaintiff's complaint against the Defendant," which translates to the plaintiff not being able to refile the suit. BYU is run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and engaging in consensual premarital sex is a violation of the school's honor code. It's a strict set of rules that instructs students to "live a chaste and virtuous life," according to the Salt Lake Tribune. While Retzlaff is not a Mormon, all students enrolled at BYU must follow the honor code. So, having one year left of eligibility as a graduate student, Retzlaff could move on to make sure he plays a full season before a potential leap into the NFL. Retzlaff joins a Tulane team coached by Jon Sumrall, whom he has history with after being recruited to Troy before choosing BYU. While the familiarity is there, ESPN reports Sumrall is not handing the reins to Retzlaff, as he will need to earn the starting role before that happens. It was a breakout season for Retzlaff in 2024, as he led BYU to an 11-2 record with 2,947 yards passing with 20 touchdowns. Sumrall's Green Wave squad went 9-5 in his debut season with the team, and they're hoping to improve with a potential new quarterback in Retzlaff under center in 2025. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jake Retzlaff transfers to Tulane after BYU exit amid Honor Code controversy over premarital s*x
Jake Retzlaff lands at Tulane after controversial BYU exit (Image via: Getty Images) Former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff has committed to Tulane for the upcoming season after leaving BYU earlier this month. His departure followed an Honor Code suspension related to premarital sex and a civil lawsuit that was later withdrawn. Jake Retzlaff gets fresh start at Tulane after BYU suspension Retzlaff started at quarterback for BYU last season, throwing for 2,947 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while leading the Cougars to an 11-2 record. He was viewed as one of the team's top offensive leaders and even landed an NIL deal with Jewish food brand Manischewitz due to his 'BYJew' nickname. However, his future at BYU came to a halt after a civil lawsuit accused him of sexual assault and battery. Retzlaff denied the claims, saying the encounter was consensual. Both parties later agreed to withdraw the suit. Still, BYU suspended him for violating the school's strict Honor Code, which forbids premarital sex. Former BYU QB Jake Retzlaff commits to transfer to Tulane Tulane welcomes Jake Retzlaff as walk-on amid roster shakeup and Title IX vetting Following the suspension, Retzlaff officially withdrew from BYU and announced his departure via Instagram, thanking fans, teammates, and coaches for their support. Sources told The Athletic that Tulane's Title IX office vetted Retzlaff before allowing him to join the program. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Undo Due to his late move outside the transfer portal, he will enroll as a walk-on. Tulane, coming off a 9-5 season, needed to rebuild its quarterback room after losing starter Darian Mensah to Duke and running back Makhi Hughes to Oregon. Head coach Jon Sumrall, who had recruited Retzlaff during his time at Troy, already has connections with the quarterback. FAQs Why did Jake Retzlaff leave BYU? Jake Retzlaff left BYU after receiving a suspension for violating the school's Honor Code, which forbids premarital sex. His exit also followed a civil lawsuit that was later withdrawn. Is Jake Retzlaff eligible to play immediately at Tulane? Yes, Jake Retzlaff is expected to enroll at Tulane as a walk-on. Although he moved outside the transfer portal window, Tulane's Title IX office vetted him, allowing him to join the team. Who will replace Jake Retzlaff at BYU? With Retzlaff gone, BYU's quarterback competition is likely between Treyson Bourguet, McCae Hillstead, and incoming freshman Bear Bachmeier. Tulane rebuilds QB room with transfers as BYU looks ahead without Retzlaff Retzlaff becomes the fifth transfer quarterback added by Tulane this offseason, joining Brendan Sullivan (Iowa), Kadin Semonza (Ball State), and Donovan Leary (Illinois). TJ Finley (Western Kentucky) was also added but left the team following a spring arrest. Also Read: Dallas Cowboys delay Micah Parsons extension — But why? Inside the growing tension At BYU, the quarterback competition will likely be between Treyson Bourguet, McCae Hillstead, and freshman Bear Bachmeier. Jake Retzlaff's move to Tulane offers a fresh start and a chance to revive his football journey after a dramatic BYU exit. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
New York Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Ex-BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff commits to Tulane after rape allegations
Former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff has found a new college football home after rape allegations and a violation of the school's honor code led to his Provo, Utah exit. He has verbally committed to Tulane, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported Monday. Thamel reported that Tulane 'spent more than a week doing a vetting process, including the university's Title IX office examining the case that resulted in Retzlaff withdrawing from BYU,' before the quarterback announced his commitment. 3 Jake Retzlaff of BYU was accused of rape from an incident in November 2023. Getty Images News of Retzlaff's move comes roughly two months after he was accused of rape and strangulation in a bombshell lawsuit. The alleged assault is claimed to have happened at the quarterback's Provo home in 2023. Weeks later, it was revealed that Retzlaff was planning to leave BYU after admitting to having premarital sex, a violation of the school's honor code, as part of a response to the lawsuit. He would face a seven-game suspension entering the season. The lawsuit was dismissed on June 30 as the sides filed a joint motion for dismissal. He announced his BYU departure a short time later. 3 Jake Retzlaff at a press conference before the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 23, 2024. Mario Cantu/CSM / Shutterstock 'After a lot of prayer, reflection, and conversations with those I trust, I've made the difficult decision to officially withdraw from BYU and step away from the BYU Football program,' he posted on Instagram in July. Retzlaff is anticipated to enroll as a walk-on for the Green Wave, per Thamel. He was a difference maker for the 11-2 Cougars last season after he threw for just under 3,000 yards and tallied 26 total touchdowns to 12 interceptions. 3 BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff, left, looks to throw during an NCAA college football game against Arizona, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Provo, Utah. AP The QB now joins a Tulane team that is coming off a 9-5 season under new head coach Jon Sumrall, who spent his previous three seasons at Troy. Retzlaff and Sumrall have a history with one another, as the quarterback took a visit to the coach at Troy when he was in the transfer portal after playing two junior college seasons. 'I'm excited to turn the page and embrace this next chapter,' Retzlaff said in an Instagram post when he announced his BYU departure. 'My journey is far from over — and I'm more motivated than ever to keep chasing my dreams.' On July 11, BYU released a statement reading: 'We are grateful for the time Jake Retzlaff has spent at BYU. As he moves forward, BYU Athletics understands and respects Jake's decision to withdraw from BYU, and we wish him all the best as he enters the next phase of his career.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Iowa football QB entrenched in position battle after big quarterback domino falls
With the transfer portal constantly in flux and players now circumventing the portal by becoming a walk-on, quarterbacks are shuffling faster than a three-step dropback. The latest quarterback domino to fall is former BYU QB Jake Retzlaff joining Tulane as a walk-on. By withdrawing from school, he could walk-on at a new program without penalty. This route allows Retzlaff to bypass the transfer portal and join a new program. Retzlaff joins Tulane's QB room, which is also accompanied by former Iowa Hawkeyes and Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Brendan Sullivan. The addition of Retzlaff now entrenches Sullivan in yet another topsy-turvy quarterback room, rather similar to his final year at Iowa, when he took over for Cade McNamara. Jake Retzlaff withdrew from school at BYU just over a week ago amid honor code violations that would have led to a suspension. The suspension was stemming from a civil suit for sexual assault. The lawsuit has since been dismissed. While at BYU, Retzlaff threw for 3,595 passing yards and 23 touchdowns to 15 interceptions. Brendan Sullivan, who spent two years at Northwestern, followed by 2024 at Iowa, has thrown for 1,778 yards, 13 TD, and 8 INT during his collegiate career. He has added 407 rushing yards and 7 rushing TDs. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Riley on X: @rileydonald7 This article originally appeared on Hawkeyes Wire: Former Iowa QB entrenched in new quarterback position battle at Tulane
