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BYU Football Facts and History

A common site at BYU's LaVell Edwards Stadium is BYU's mascot, Cosmo the Cougar.

A common site at BYU's
LaVell Edwards Stadium is
BYU's mascot, Cosmo the
Cougar.

1990 Heisman Winner

1990 Heisman Winner

Football Facts, History and Traditions

The BYU Cougar football program has a proud championship heritage that includes a national championship, Heisman Trophy winner and Super Bowl champions

BYU Football Facts and History
  • First football season: 1896
  • First bowl appearance: 1974 Fiesta Bowl - The Cougars lost to Oklahoma State 16 to 6 in the late- December game.
  • National Championships: 1 - Head Coach Lavell Edwards squad posted an undefeated 13-0 record that culminated with a Holiday Bowl win over Michigan.  The Cougars ranked #1 in both the AP and Coaches Poll.
  • Heisman Trophy Winners: Ty Detmer 1990 - The Cougars QB passed for 5,188 yards and 41 TD's.  Detmer leading the Cougars to a victory over top ranked Miami provided Heisman momentum.
    LaVell Edwards Stadium

    LaVell Edwards Stadium

  • Most Winningest Coach: Lavell Edwards - The Cougars coaching legend coached the University's football team from 1972-1990.  With his pass-happy offensive philosophy, Edwards posted an overall record of 257-101-3 and guided the school to its only national championship.
  • Super Bowl Winning QB's: Jim McMahon (Chicago) & Steve Young (San Francisco)
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