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BYU QB Jake Retzlaff Denies Assault Allegations, Seeks Dismissal

6/28/2025

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BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff firmly rejected allegations of rape and assault from a civil lawsuit, asserting their November 2023 encounter was consensual. His attorney labeled the lawsuit an extortion attempt, emphasizing Retzlaff's innocence and seeking its dismissal. Meanwhile, BYU acknowledged the seriousness of the allegations but refrained from further comments.

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BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff firmly rejected allegations of rape and assault from a civil lawsuit, asserting their November 2023 encounter was consensual. His attorney labeled the lawsuit an extortion attempt, emphasizing Retzlaff's innocence and seeking its dismissal. Meanwhile, BYU acknowledged the seriousness of the allegations but refrained from further comments.