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BYU tight end Carsen Ryan reflects on his solo season in Provo, wishes he had arrived at the Big 12 school a lot sooner than he did
- Ryan emerged as a top target for BYU in 2025, solidifying the tight end position and helping the offense excel.
- Ryan plans to play in the Pop-Tarts Bowl against Georgia Tech, stating he would not skip the game for NFL prospects.
- He has applied for an NCAA waiver to regain a freshman season after playing five games for UCLA in 2022 due to injury.
- Ryan is listed as a redshirt senior, but he argues his college career spans only four years due to the UCLA start.
- Ryan has secured agent representation for NIL and NFL negotiations with Carter Chow of Red Envelope Sports.
- Ryan said his NIL contract does not require bowl game participation, though many players face such clauses elsewhere.
- BYU head coach Kalani Sitake credits Ryan and other transfers for improving the offense, especially in games outside Texas Tech.
- Ryan elaborated on the close bond with his BYU teammates and coaches, calling the time there 'special' and meaningful.
- Ryan admires BYU’s bowl opponent Georgia Tech and acknowledges their defensive strength and QB Haynes King.
- Ryan has spoke about his journey, noting that everything happened for a reason and that Kalani Sitake’s staff found a place for him at BYU.
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