Jake Retzlaff
BYU QuarterbackQuarterback / Football Player / BYU Cougars
Position: QB | Jersey: #3
Player
Athlete
Analyst Note: Jake Retzlaff is an exciting dual-threat quarterback with strong passing accuracy and mobility in the pocket.
Career Highlights
1Junior College Transfer
Transferred to BYU from Riverside City College in 2023.
Led RCC to back-to-back conference championships.
22023 Season
Started 4 games for BYU in his first FBS season.
Completed 56.5% of passes for 648 yards and 3 TDs.
3Playing Style
Known for his quick release and mobility.
Rushed for 221 yards and 2 TDs in 2023 season.
4Accolades
2022 CCCAA All-American at Riverside CC.
2022 National Division Offensive Player of the Year.
52024 Outlook
Competing for starting QB position.
Expected to showcase improved passing accuracy.
Analyst Note: Retzlaff's junior college experience gives him maturity and game awareness that benefits BYU's offense.
Statistics
1Passing Yards
2023: 648 yards (BYU)
2022: 3,093 yards (Riverside CC)
2Touchdowns
2023: 3 passing TDs
2022: 44 total TDs (JC)
3Completion %
2023: 56.5%
2022: 68.5% (JC)
Key Attributes
1Arm Strength
Capable of making all necessary throws.
Shows good velocity on intermediate routes.
2Mobility
Effective scrambler when plays break down.
2023: 4.9 yards per carry average.
3Leadership
Demonstrated leadership at junior college level.
Quickly earned teammates' respect at BYU.
4Development
Shows steady improvement in reading defenses.
Working on deep ball accuracy.
Analyst Note: Retzlaff's dual-threat capability makes him particularly dangerous in BYU's offensive system.