Max Barker Adds Quarterback Depth to BYU Football Program
Provo, UT – BYU Football has added Snow College transfer Max Barker to its roster, officially announced alongside the start of Spring Camp on Friday, March 1, 2026.1 This addition addresses a need for increased depth in the quarterback room, which previously consisted of Bear Bachmeier, Treyson Bourguet, and Enoch Watson.
Barker’s Background and Playing Experience
Barker spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons at Snow College, appearing in six games for the Badgers.1 During his time at Snow College, he attempted five passes, completing three for 31 yards.1 Prior to Snow College, Barker prepped at Bountiful High School in Utah.2
Impact on the BYU Quarterback Depth Chart
Coaching staff anticipates Barker will not immediately impact the depth chart. Bear Bachmeier is expected to remain the starting quarterback, while Enoch Watson and Treyson Bourguet will compete for the backup position.1 Bourguet took the majority of reps with the second-team offense during the first day of Spring Camp.1
Newcomer Jersey Numbers
Barker will wear jersey number 20 for the Cougars.1 He is one of 34 newcomers who have recently selected their jersey numbers for the 2026 season, including:
- Roger Saleapaga II (Tight End) – 2
- Kyler Kasper (Wide Receiver) – 3
- Cade Uluave (Linebacker) – 4
- Walker Lyons (Tight End) – 7
- Jayven Williams (Cornerback) – 15
- Enoch Watson (Quarterback) – 17
- Jaron Pula (Wide Receiver) – 21
- Terrance Saryon (Wide Receiver) – 23
- Devaughn Eka (Running Back) – 25
- Kennan Pula (Safety) – 25
- Justice Brathwaite (Cornerback) – 29
- Braxton Lindsey (Defensive End) – 30
- Jake Clifton (Linebacker) – 31
- Daniel Taumoepeau (Linebacker) – 34
- Matthew Mason (Safety) – 35
- Ian Sanches (Kicker) – 38
- Seth Shigg (Cornerback) – 39
- Nehemiah Kolone (Defensive Tackle) – 41
- Micah Beckstead (Running Back) – 42
- Adney Reid (Defensive End) – 42
- Owen Borg (Linebacker) – 43
- Josh Davis (Tight End) – 44
- Gage Tanner (Linebacker) – 51
- Bott Mulitalo (Offensive Line) – 52
- Blake Lowe (Linebacker) – 55
- Zak Yamauchi (Offensive Line) – 56
- Talitu’i Pututau (Offensive Line) – 57
- Paki Finau (Offensive Line) – 58
- David Tangilanu (Defensive Tackle) – 58
- Jr Sia (Offensive Line) – 62
- Matthew Fredrick (Tight End) – 87
- Legend Glasker (Wide Receiver) – 88
- Jett Nelson (Wide Receiver) – 89
Player Profile
Max Barker is a junior quarterback from Bountiful, Utah, weighing 190 lbs and standing at 6’0” tall.2 His parents are Ryan and Anette Barker.2