Former BYU TE Performs National Anthem Before TCU Kickoff

PROVO, Utah – Former BYU tight end Jonny Harline added a national anthem guitar performance to his resume, exciting the Cougar crowd before kickoff against TCU.

The No. 12 BYU Cougars are hosting the Horned Frogs at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, November 15.

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It was the former Cougar’s first chance to delight the LaVell Edwards Stadium crowd with his rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner.

Harline earned the opportunity after attending open auditions this summer for pregame anthem entertainment for more sports than just football. The BYU alum kept his identity to himself, wanting to earn the chance based on merit, not his past achievements.

Nov 15, BYU-TCU
Me and my Les Paul guitar
“The Star-Spangled Banner”
It’s happening.
So stoked and incredibly honored to perform this pregame ritual. I will do my best and I hope to it justice. 🇺🇸

— Jonny Harline (@JonnyH13) September 25, 2025

The performance went off without a hitch, setting the stage for BYU football’s stretch run to begin against TCU.

The Cougars lead TCU 17-3 midway through the second period.

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