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Training Video Of Expelled BYU Football Player Raises Questions About Honor Code Violation

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BYU football player Parker Kingston violated the Honor Code


Parker Kingston was seen training with BYU football players in a video circulating social media this week. That clip was posted a day before the wide receiver’s first-degree felony case was dismissed.

The timing created questions surrounding his college football future. Will he return to the Cougars? And if so, will a suspension follow his admitted honor code violation?

The video proves that he’s remained in contact with teammates amid the legal battle. With the case no longer ongoing, a path to play in 2026 could be open.

Who is Parker Kingston?

The pass catcher led the Cougars in receiving as a fourth-year junior in 2025. Kingston hauled in 67 catches for 928 yards and five scores. He also found the endzone three times as a ball carrier.

He was expected to return to campus for his senior year to help BYU pursue a Big 12 title. His future was put on pause due to an off-field accusation.

Kingston was arrested and charged with a first-degree felony in February. He was subsequently removed from the team and expelled from school. He insists that “all sexual activity” with the woman who accused him of the crime was “consensual.”

In June, his case was dismissed without prejudice with the judge citing concerns about the alleged victim’s readiness. A delay from July to September was requested and denied. Kingston, the judge ruled, deserved a speedy trial in consideration of his “employment, education, and family.”

While it does not prove his innocence, it means the alleged victim will need to refile the claim in order to pursue. For now, there is no case, which seemingly opens the door for a potential return to the field.

Training video sparks questions.

Parker Kingston was seen practicing alongside BYU receivers Tiger Bachmeier and Reggie Frischknecht. Is it a sign that he intends to suit up for the Cougars this fall?

The school confirmed that this was not a team-regulated session. That has no impact on the future.

Kingston’s decision could have layers. BYU has not reinstated the pass catcher. Even if they plan to do so, a possible suspension could be enforced.

Former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff experienced a similar situation in the 2025 offseason. After leading the Cougars to an 11-win season the year prior, he was accused of assault from an incident dating back to 2023.

The case was later dismissed. Still, Retzlaff was punished for violating the BYU Honor Code. That policy applies to all students. Bylaws are laid out below.

-Maintain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement, including striving to deepen faith and maintain gospel standards.
-Be honest.
-Live a chaste and virtuous life, including abstaining from sexual relations outside marriage between a man and a woman. Living a chaste and virtuous life also includes abstaining from same-sex romantic behavior.
-Abstain from alcoholic beverages, tobacco, tea, coffee, vaping, marijuana, and other substance abuse.
-Participate regularly in Church services.
-Respect others, including the avoidance of profane and vulgar language.
-Obey the law and follow campus policies, including the CES Dress and Grooming standards.
-Encourage others in their commitment to comply with the Honor Code and Dress and Grooming standards.

The third bullet is the point of emphasis. Retzlaff, like Parker Kingston, admitted to breaking the code by engaging in sexual activity before marriage.

The quarterback was given the option to remain with the team but was dealt a seven-game suspension for his senior season. He instead opted to transfer to Tulane, where he’d later make the College Football Playoff.

Kingston, too, would be entering his final year of eligibility. If served a lengthy suspension for his admitted rule breaking, it would provide pause for returning to the Cougars.

Even if he’s given the chance to play at BYU next year, he might find it best to transfer out and avoid any Honor Code repercussions. It will be interesting to see where he goes from here.