Redshirt sophomore Josiah “JoJo” Phillips has lots of goals for his third season as a member of the BYU football team in 2025, including one that doesn’t have a lot to do with receptions and touchdowns.

First, Phillips wants to live up to the expectations that accompanied the 6-foot-5, 205-pound receiver out of Sierra Canyon High in Southern California almost three years ago.

Second, Phillips wants to put his name on the list of Sierra Canyon graduates that includes Bryce and Bronny James, the famous sons of NBA superstar LeBron James, and dozens of other Trailblazers who have gone on to have successful college and professional careers.

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