#45
Keayen Nead
Returning to BYU for 2026
This season's coverage starts August 26 — check back once kickoff hits.
Keayen Nead
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
BYU
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Tight end · BYU
Returning around him
- 87% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- 2 BYU players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -4 net (9 in / 13 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
BYU · Last season: 12-2 (AP #12) · Talent rank #70 · 2026 recruiting class #21
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #2136
Peaked at #2136 this season.