Jake Rezlaf made a “heavy decision” to leave the bus after rapid time

BYU footballer Jake retlof It is no longer a member of the football program. This step signals the official beginning of his transition to another school.

In A Message in social media On Friday, Retslaf confirmed that he had come to a “difficult decision” to refuse and noted that he would “move away” from the Kugar football program.

“After numerous prayers, reflections and conversations with those I trust, I made a difficult decision to officially leave the BU and the Football Program,” – said at Instagram Retzlaff.

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Brig Yang Cugar Defender Jake Retlof vs. Arizona Song Devils at Mountain America stadium. (Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Image)

“Byu meant more to me that just football. It was a growth place – spiritually, morally and physically. I am grateful for each teammate, coach, employee and supporter who supported me along the way.”

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The decision comes after a stormy few months, which included the name of the list in a sexual assault lawsuit. A Later, the lawsuit was fired.

In the first half of the game against Utah, on November 9, 2024 in Salt -Leik -Sity. (AP Photo/Spenser Heaps)

The defender remains one year right. Because Retzlaff is just ashamed of graduates, it is likely to be classified as a graduate student because he has competed in the last year. Also unlikely he will enter into NCAA transfer portal. Retzlaff can instead go to the BU and go to another school.

In late June, ESPN reports The defender intended to play elsewhere in 2025. At this time, retlof has already been reported to tell his coaches and teammates that he was going to leave the school.

Brig Yang Cugar Defender Jake Retlof vs. Arizona Song Deville at Mountain American Stadium on November 23, 2024. (Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Image)

Retzlaff was reportedly encouraged by the suspension of the Code of Honor at the University, which is managing the Markon Church, after recognizing the consensus sexual relations in his defense against the trial.

Retzlaff dropped 2947 yards and 20 touchdowns with 12 interceptions last season when the Cugars claimed the place in the Great 12 Champion.

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Coach Bur Kalani Sitik avoided commenting the Retzlaff situation in Big 12 Media Days Earlier this week, saying it was a private business.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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