Ryker Mathews Athlete Profile - FTB

Ryker Mathews

Offensive Line 72

Ht/Wt

322 lbs.

Class

Senior

Hometown

American Fork,

Utah

Last School

American Fork High School

Roster Years

2011-2015

Career Summary

Ryker Mathews came to BYU as the top offensive lineman recruit in the state from American Fork High School. He played in a total of 45 games during his career and started in 33 games as a four-year starter who fought through injury. Mathews helped the Cougars rank fourth in the nation for red zone offense and No. 21 for passing offense in 2015. He also helped BYU to its best passing season since 2008 with 3,854 passing yards. As a four-time letterman, Mathews contributed to the Cougars' 2012-2015 record of 33-19. See the season summary tabs below and the recognition and stats tabs for more details.

Professional

Signed free agent deal with the New Orleans Saints in May 2016

Personal

Parents are Rebecca and Tom Rothey
Youngest of five
Majoring in exercise and wellness with the goal to become a personal trainer
Likes to golf

Before BYU

Ranked top recruit in the state and No. 11 among offensive lineman nationally by Rivals.com
Ranked the top offensive lineman in the state and No. 43 offensive lineman by Scout.com
Played for the West squad in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl
BYU Nike Camp MVP
All-Poly Camp top offensive lineman
Also played defensive line and on the Caveman basketball team at center
Cited for his size, agility and strong football IQ
Coached by Davis Knight and Aaron Behm
Also recruited by Utah, Kansas, Oregon, UCLA, Notre Dame and Arizona

BYU Hall of Fame

Freshman Year 2012

Earned letterman honors
Started in all 13 games
Part of an offensive line that blocked for over 150 rushing yars per game including a 396-yard season best vs. Hawai'i
Helped passing game top 300 yards five times during the season

Sophmore Year 2013