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BYU Wide Receiver No Longer With Football Team After Rape Charges
Parker Kingston, the top returning receiver at BYU, was arrested on rape charges and is no longer enrolled at the university or part of the football team.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Parker Kingston, a 21-year-old rising senior and top returning wide receiver for the BYU football team, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with first-degree felony rape following a yearlong investigation. BYU has confirmed that Kingston is no longer enrolled at the university or a member of the football team.
Why it matters
This case raises serious concerns about sexual assault allegations involving a high-profile college athlete and the university's response. It also highlights the ongoing challenges universities face in addressing sexual misconduct allegations involving student-athletes.
The details
According to police, Kingston went to a 20-year-old woman's residence last February and engaged in sexual activity with her after she had told him multiple times that she did not want to have sex. Kingston told police that the activity was consensual, but he was arrested and charged with first-degree felony rape. BYU has since confirmed that Kingston is no longer enrolled at the university or part of the football team.
- On February 11, 2026, Parker Kingston was arrested on rape charges.
- On February 14, 2026, BYU confirmed that Kingston is no longer enrolled at the university or part of the football team.
The players
Parker Kingston
A 21-year-old rising senior and the top returning wide receiver for the BYU football team who was arrested on rape charges.
Kalani Sitake
The head coach of the BYU football team.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Parker Kingston out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing challenges universities face in addressing sexual misconduct allegations involving student-athletes and the need for more robust policies and procedures to ensure accountability and support for all students.
