PROVO — It's often difficult for teenagers and even young adults to be advised by their elders, but for BYU freshman offensive lineman Keanu Saleapaga, doing as much has paid big dividends.
On two notable occasions the 6-foot-6, 295-pound converted defensive lineman fought against what was advised at first, but freely and enthusiastically acknowledges now the benefits of changing his mind.
The first occasion came right before National Letter of Intent day in 2016. While holding offers from such schools as Colorado, Arizona, Ole Miss after de-committing from USC just two months prior, Saleapaga's parents urged him to sign with BYU, which was a program he wasn't all impressed with when making his official visit.