Provo • BYU defensive coordinator Ilaisa Tuiaki’s style is understated and reserved. Rarely does the former Oregon State, Utah and Utah State assistant coach gush over players, or add to the hype when asked about a specific player’s talent and capability.
So it was more noteworthy than usual when the third-year DC, who is also BYU’s defensive line coach, raved about the potential of sophomore defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga after Friday’s preseason training camp practice.
“Khyiris is a really good player,” Tuiaki said. “If he can get his weight down, he will be even better.