BYU Star Wide Receiver Charged with Felony Rape No Longer a Student

Parker Kingston, 21, was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge after a yearlong investigation.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Brigham Young University said its standout wide receiver Parker Kingston is no longer a student at the Utah private school after he was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge. Kingston, 21, made his initial court appearance on Friday in St. George, where prosecutors say a woman who was 20 years old at the time told officers that Kingston assaulted her at her home last February.

Why it matters

BYU has a strict honor code that prohibits all sexual relations outside of marriage, and violations can lead to suspensions or expulsion for students. The case highlights the challenges universities face in balancing student conduct policies with criminal investigations.

The details

Prosecutors say the woman told investigators she had made clear to Kingston before he came to her house that she did not want to have sex with him, and she told him to stop several times when he initiated sex. Kingston told police that 'all sexual activity' with the woman was 'consensual.' If convicted, he could serve five years to life in prison.

  • On February 13, 2026, BYU announced that Kingston is no longer a student at the university.
  • On February 14, 2026, Kingston made his initial court appearance in St. George.

The players

Parker Kingston

A 21-year-old former standout wide receiver for the Brigham Young University football team who was arrested on a first-degree felony rape charge.

Jerry Jaeger

The Washington County Attorney who is prosecuting the case against Kingston.

John Walton

The judge who presided over Kingston's initial court appearance and set his bond at $100,000 with $10,000 cash immediately paid.

Cara Tangaro

The defense attorney representing Kingston.

Jon McBride

A spokesperson for Brigham Young University.

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What they’re saying

“I found by clear and convincing evidence that Mr. Kingston was a danger to the community.”

— John Walton, Judge (ksgf.com)

“All sexual activity' with the woman accusing him of rape was 'consensual'.”

— Parker Kingston (ksgf.com)

What’s next

Kingston is expected to make his next court appearance on February 25, 2026.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex issues universities face in balancing student conduct policies with criminal investigations, as well as the challenges of proving consent in sexual assault cases.