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BYU's Freshman Sensation Bear Bachmeier: A Unique Name, Number, and Playing Style
8 Nov
Summary
- BYU true freshman QB Bear Bachmeier has a unique name and jersey number
- Bachmeier's brother is nicknamed "Tiger"
- Bachmeier plays with a punishing, physical style for a QB
As of November 8th, 2025, BYU true freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier has emerged as one of the most fascinating players in college football. Bachmeier, who won the starting job for the Cougars this season, has led his team to a top-10 ranking with his impressive play.
What makes Bachmeier so unique? For starters, there's his name - Bear - which stems from the fact that his brother's nickname is Tiger. Bachmeier explains that his dad named him Bear because "the best one's gotta be named Bear." Additionally, the young QB wears the unusual jersey number 47, a number he's worn since his youth football days as a running back and linebacker.
But Bachmeier's most distinctive trait may be his playing style. Despite being a quarterback, the 19-year-old embraces a punishing, physical approach, using his number 47 as a source of inspiration. "It kind of brings you back to your primitive nature, I guess, when you're playing," he told reporters.
