BYU Football Player Charged with Rape

Senior wide receiver Parker Kingston faces first-degree felony rape charges

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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BYU football senior wide receiver Parker Kingston was arrested and charged with first-degree felony rape by the Washington County Attorney's Office for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman. The university stated it is aware of the arrest and will cooperate with law enforcement, but cannot provide additional comments due to privacy laws.

Why it matters

Allegations of sexual assault against student-athletes raise concerns about campus safety and the handling of such cases by universities. This case will likely receive significant attention given Kingston's high-profile status as a BYU football player.

The details

According to the report, Parker Kingston was arrested on Tuesday and charged with first-degree felony rape by the Washington County Attorney's Office for an alleged sexual assault of a woman. BYU stated it is aware of the arrest and will cooperate with law enforcement, but cannot provide additional details due to federal and university privacy laws.

  • Kingston was arrested on Tuesday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Parker Kingston

A senior wide receiver on the BYU football team who was arrested and charged with first-degree felony rape.

Washington County Attorney's Office

The office that charged Parker Kingston with first-degree felony rape.

BYU

The university that stated it is aware of the arrest and will cooperate with law enforcement, but cannot provide additional comments due to privacy laws.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to allow Parker Kingston to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex issues surrounding allegations of sexual assault against student-athletes and the need for universities to balance privacy laws with transparency when handling such sensitive matters.