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Former BYU DB Dayan Lake Rejoins Los Angeles Rams

Jun 2, 2021, 4:22 PM

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Ghanwoloku (5) returns a fumble for touchdown against the California Golden Bears in Provo on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. BYU lost 31-28.

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BY KYLE IRELAND, KSL SPORTS

Sports Producer

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Former BYU defensive back Dayan Lake rejoined the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams, according to Lake’s agent.

Lake agent, Evan Brennan of United Athlete Sports Agency, broke the news on Twitter on June 1.

The former BYU standout previously signed with the Rams after going undrafted in 2020.

Congrats to @Lake_Era5 !!!
The former @BYUfootball DB re-joins @RamsNFL @UASportsAgency pic.twitter.com/cXU4Iv6EPq

— Evan Brennan (@EvanTheAgent) June 1, 2021

Lake was cut from Los Angeles’ roster prior to the start of the 2020 campaign.

During the 2020 season, the defensive back signed with the New England Patriots as a practice squad player.

Dayan Lake at BYU

Lake, who also went by “Dayan Ghanwoloku” during his time at BYU, played for the Cougars from 2015-19.

While playing for BYU, the defensive back played cornerback, nickel, and safety.

(LA)ke #LakeEffect pic.twitter.com/aV0o37iJN3

— Dayan G. Lake (@Lake_Era5) August 20, 2020

During his college career, the Layton, Utah native accounted for 207 total tackles, 149 solo tackles, 2.0 sacks, 1 quarterback hit, 7 interceptions, and 7 fumble recoveries.

Kyle Ireland is a Locals in the NFL Insider for KSLSports.com and host of the Yards After College Podcast. Follow him on Twitter (@kyleireland) and Instagram (@kyleirelandksl).