Retzlaff's contention that he had consensual sex with his accuser would be a violation of BYU's honor code, which prohibits premarital sex.

Retzlaff is in his third year at BYU after transferring from Riverside City College in California prior to the 2023 season. He started all 13 games at quarterback for the Cougars in 2024, completing 57.9% of his passes for 2,947 yards and 20 touchdowns. Retzlaff also rushed for 417 yards and six additional touchdowns.

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff is anticipating a seven-game suspension for violating the school’s honor code, multiple sources told The Salt Lake Tribune. Facing the prospect of missing more than half of the 2025 season, Retzlaff is likely to leave the program, one source close to the situation said.