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Cougar Tracks - Daily BYU Cougars Football, Basketball Podcast

Cougar Tracks gives you a daily insider look into BYU Cougars football and basketball. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper hosts the show. Harper has been covering BYU athletics for more than a decade. He brings you everything from the latest happenings in the BYU football and men's basketball programs, to the latest insight on the recruiting trail.  Cougar Tracks is your go-to podcast for the best daily BYU conversation.
October 22, 2026

Intel on BYU-UCF availability report + Interviews with BYU's Matthias Leach & Zak Yamauchi + Ball talk with Jackson Payne

No. 2 BYU (6-0) goes on the road to face UCF (3-3) on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. MT on Fox. On this episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper goes throu...   (46:31)
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October 21, 2026

Big 12 Basketball Media Day special + Interview with AD Brian Santiago

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper is in Kansas City for Big 12 Basketball Media Days at the T-Mobile Center. In this episode of the podcast, Mitch caught up with BYU basketball ...   (01:07:38)
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October 20, 2026

Midseason report card for No. 2 BYU football + Insider look at UCF

BYU football is flying high after an impressive upset victory over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish last week in Provo. The Cougars are 6-0 and ranked No. 2 in the AP Top 25 poll. It...   (36:57)
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October 20, 2026

BYU's Walker Lyons, Legend Glasker, Faletau Satuala preview UCF game

BYU football players Walker Lyons (TE), Legend Glasker (WR), and Faletau Satuala (SAF) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 19, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming road matchup ag...   (17:10)
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October 20, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews BYU's cross-country game at UCF

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media on Zoom to preview the upcoming road game at UCF. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay...   (15:30)
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October 19, 2026

Clock controversy in BYU's win over Notre Dame + Loaded recruiting weekend

BYU's upset of Notre Dame is still the talk of college football, and part of that conversation is now about one second. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down Saturday ni...   (31:51)
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October 18, 2026

Postgame reaction from Provo: No. 8 BYU 28, No. 2 Notre Dame 24

The first top-10 game ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium lived up to the hype. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down No. 8 BYU's 28-24 win over No. 2 Notre Dame on Sa...   (38:25)
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October 18, 2026

BYU football players break down 28-24 win over No. 2 Notre Dame

BYU football players Raider Damuni (SAF), Cade Uluave (LB), Bear Bachmeier (QB), and Preston Rex (RB) speak to reporters after No. 8 BYU upsets No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on October 1...   (17:08)
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October 18, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 8 BYU's win over No. 2 Notre Dame

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after the Cougars knocked off No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast spo...   (19:14)
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October 16, 2026

College GameDay's Stanford Steve and Rece Davis discuss Provo, BYU-Notre Dame matchup

ESPN's Stanford Steve Coughlin and host Rece Davis spoke with the media on Friday, October 16, 2026, to preview College GameDay and the BYU-Notre Dame game.  Subscribe to the...   (25:58)
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October 16, 2026

No. 8 BYU vs. No. 2 Notre Dame: Preview & score prediction + Party Hounds interview

It's here! The biggest regular season game in the history of BYU football. No. 8 BYU vs. No. 2 Notre Dame. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the game, giving the key...   (37:24)
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October 15, 2026

Players to watch in BYU-Notre Dame + Demario Warren and Matt Baiamonte interviews

Breaking down the key players to watch in BYU football versus Notre Dame. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares his thoughts on the game and what players for BYU need to show...   (43:09)
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October 14, 2026

BYU gets set to buckle up against Notre Dame defense + Interviews with WR Legend Glasker and GameDay's Pete Thamel

BYU football aims to put together an offensive game plan that will cause headaches for the stout Notre Dame defense. What does BYU need to do to move the ball against the Irish?&n...   (32:50)
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October 13, 2026

Where BYU needs to be great against Notre Dame + Insider look at the Irish + Interview with ESPN's Adam Rittenberg

One day closer to the top-10 clash between No. 8 BYU and No. 2 Notre Dame. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper lays out areas where BYU football needs to be great against the Iris...   (40:30)
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October 12, 2026

BYU's Viliami Po'uha, Keanu Tanuvasa, Bear Bachmeier preview Notre Dame game

BYU football players Viliami Po'uha (DL), Keanu Tanuvasa (DT), and Bear Bachmeier (QB) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 12, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup against...   (21:06)
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October 12, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews BYU's Top-10 showdown against No. 2 Notre Dame

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters on Zoom in preparation for Saturday's Top-10 matchup between No. 8 BYU and No. 2 Notre Dame. The press conference occurr...   (14:52)
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October 12, 2026

BYU-Notre Dame week is here + Initial thoughts on the Irish + History as a large home underdog

The highly anticipated BYU-Notre Dame matchup is here with the arrival of game week.  KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper closed the book on last week's win over Iowa State, ...   (26:19)
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October 10, 2026

Postgame reaction from Provo: No. 8 BYU 24, Iowa State 10

BYU football improves to 5-0 overall and 3-0 in Big 12 play after defeating the Iowa State Cyclones at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper w...   (30:49)
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October 10, 2026

BYU football players break down 24-10 win over Iowa State

BYU football players Bear Bachmeier (QB), Walker Lyons (TE), Therrian Alexander III (CB), and Anisi Purcell (DT) speak to reporters after a 24-10 win over Iowa State on October 9,...   (13:51)
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October 10, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 8 BYU's win over Iowa State

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke to reporters after the Cougars defeated Iowa State, 24-10, on October 9, 2026, inside LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. Subscribe ...   (11:19)
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October 9, 2026

Final gameday thoughts for BYU-Iowa State + BYU Athletics receives historic donation

It's game day in Provo. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Friday's show with the BYU players he's watching most closely in tonight's homecoming game against Iowa State (8:...   (23:07)
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October 8, 2026

No. 8 BYU vs. Iowa State: Preview & score prediction + Tausili Akana interview

It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 8 BYU (4-0) takes on Iowa State (3-2) in a Friday night showd...   (29:28)
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October 7, 2026

Reaction to BYU RB LJ Martin reportedly out for a month + Devaughn Eka interview

Injured BYU football star LJ Martin is expected to be out for awhile. ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that the star ball carrier is expected to be out for four to six weeks. KSL Sport...   (28:51)
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October 6, 2026

Initial thoughts on BYU-Iowa State + SEC fans are mad with Cougs in primetime + Is it time to ditch the Navy Blue uniforms?

No. 8 BYU is 4-0, but the injury report is getting longer on a short week. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Tuesday's show with his first thoughts on Friday night's homec...   (39:49)
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October 6, 2026

BYU's Roger Saleapaga, Nusi Taumoepeau, Sonny Makasini preview Iowa State game

BYU football players Roger Saleapaga (TE), Nusi Taumoepeau (EDGE), and Sonny Makasini (IOL) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 6, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup aga...   (19:25)
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October 6, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews BYU's Friday night clash against Iowa State

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media via Zoom on Monday, October 5, 2026, to preview the Friday night matchup against the Iowa State Cyclones in Provo. Subsc...   (13:04)
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October 5, 2026

Injuries piling up for BYU football + Notre Dame game lands primetime spot

BYU football improved to 4-0 over the weekend after defeating the TCU Horned Frogs, 17-10, in Ft. Worth, Texas, at Amon G. Carter Stadium. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper brok...   (27:42)
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October 4, 2026

Postgame reaction from Fort Worth: No. 10 BYU 17, TCU 10

BYU football escaped Fort Worth with a 17-10 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper recapped the Cougars' victory, which saw Bear Bachmeier cap off...   (34:43)
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October 3, 2026

BYU football players break down 17-10 win at TCU

BYU football players spoke with the media after the Cougars defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 17-10 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podc...   (10:29)
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October 3, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 10 BYU's gritty road win at TCU

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after No. 10 BYU defeated TCU 17-10 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podca...   (11:55)
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October 2, 2026

No. 10 BYU vs. TCU: Preview, storylines to watch, score prediction

It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 10 BYU (3-0) travels to Amon G. Carter Stadium ...   (29:13)
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October 2, 2026

Kelly Poppinga reflects on BYU's last win at TCU in 2006

The last time BYU football defeated TCU in Fort Worth was in 2006. One player on that BYU team is current defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga. He shared his memories of that game...   (02:01)
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October 1, 2026

Latest on who's in and who's out for BYU against TCU + 2026-27 hoops roster breakdown + Cannon DeVries interview

The bye week is over, and No. 10 BYU heads to Fort Worth with a long list of injuries. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Thursday's show with the first availability report...   (31:25)
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September 30, 2026

Could BYU send TCU coach Sonny Dykes on the hot seat? + TJ Woods gives update on the O-Line + Football recruiting notes

BYU football continues preparations for the TCU Horned Frogs on Saturday in Ft. Worth. It's an intriguing game: the Horned Frogs have talent, but they have clearly underachieved s...   (26:59)
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September 29, 2026

BYU's depth will be tested at TCU + Insider look at the Horned Frogs + Former Cougs report to NBA Training Camp

BYU returns from its bye week with bad news at a key position. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Tuesday's show with the injury to starting right tackle Andrew Gentry. The...   (32:47)
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September 28, 2026

BYU's Cade Uluave, Bruce Mitchell, Kyler Kasper preview TCU game

BYU football players Cade Uluave (LB), Bruce Mitchell (IOL), and Kyler Kasper (WR) spoke with the media via Zoom on September 28, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup against T...   (16:45)
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September 28, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews BYU's first Big 12 road game in 2026 at TCU

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media on Zoom on September 28, 2026, to preview No. 10 BYU's matchup at TCU. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. (MDT) on Saturday on ES...   (15:09)
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September 28, 2026

BYU football drops in AP Top 25 after bye week, national pollsters have it wrong

BYU football moved down in the latest AP Top 25 poll after not playing a game. Is it a big deal? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke it down and always weighed in on one nat...   (24:45)
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September 25, 2026

Ranking the remaining games on BYU's schedule from easiest to toughest + Basketball recruiting latest

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the remaining nine games on BYU's 2026 football schedule from easiest to toughest. Every game is discussed, from the upcoming TCU m...   (27:56)
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September 24, 2026

Bye week thoughts on Bear Bachmeier + Big 12 picks + Jamaal Williams high on this year's BYU team

BYU football bye week continues. The Cougars' offensive coordinator, Aaron Roderick, caught up with the KSL Sports Zone to share updates and thoughts on the offense so far, includ...   (23:36)
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September 23, 2026

What we've learned about BYU in first quarter of season + Big 12's International future

No. 9 BYU is 3-0 and sitting in the top 10 of both major polls for the fifth time in seven seasons. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper uses the bye week to step back from the gam...   (28:14)
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September 22, 2026

Potential position battles for BYU football during the bye week + Basketball season is here

No. 9 BYU football enjoys a bye week this week before facing the TCU Horned Frogs on October 3 in Fort Worth. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed potential positions to ...   (30:27)
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September 21, 2026

BYU football flying high after 3-0 start + Closing the book on derogatory chants

BYU is 3-0 and sitting exactly where it wants to be. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Monday's show from the other side of a dominant Saturday night in Fort Collins by ...   (31:34)
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September 20, 2026

Postgame reaction from Fort Collins: No. 11 BYU 41, Colorado State 23

3-0 feels oh-so-good for BYU football. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper hosts a special postgame reaction show live from Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins after No. 11 BYU overpow...   (29:56)
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September 19, 2026

BYU football players break down 41-23 win over Colorado State

BYU football players LJ Martin, Legend Glasker, and Evan Johnson spoke with the media after BYU's 41-23 victory over the Colorado State Rams at Canvas Stadium on September 19, 202...   (07:09)
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September 19, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 11 BYU's road win at Colorado State

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after the Cougars defeated Colorado State 41-23, on September 19, 2026, in Ft. Collins, Colorado. Subscribe to the Couga...   (09:22)
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September 18, 2026

No. 11 BYU vs. Colorado State: Preview, storylines to watch, score prediction

It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers the comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 11 BYU (2-0) travels to Sonny Lubick Field at...   (25:52)
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September 17, 2026

BYU on upset watch? + Where Kalani ranks on 'handsome coaches list' + Jake Clifton interview

Should No. 11 BYU be on upset watch Saturday night in Fort Collins? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Thursday's show with the question that nobody in Cougar Nation wants ...   (36:34)
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September 16, 2026

'Powerhouse' BYU prepares for CSU + Get to know the Rams with an insider + Reggie Frischknecht interview

Colorado State's first-year head coach dropped a word this week that tells you how far BYU football has come. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Wednesday's episode with th...   (33:35)
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September 16, 2026

Colorado State's Jim Mora shares memories of BYU football

First-year Colorado State head coach Jim Mora Jr. has coached in the NFL, UCLA, UConn, and now on the Front Range with the Rams. As BYU gets set to travel to Ft. Collins for the f...   (02:01)
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September 15, 2026

Why is BYU playing at Colorado State? + Dawson Baker & Dean Rueckert interviews

Why is BYU football playing at Group of Six Colorado State? Many in Cougar Nation are asking why No. 11 BYU is playing at Group of Six Colorado State as it prepares to take on the...   (29:16)
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September 14, 2026

BYU's Andrew Gentry, Tommy Prassas, Keanu Tanuvasa preview CSU game

BYU football players Andrew Gentry (OT), Tommy Prassas (SAF), and Keanu Tanuvasa (DT) spoke with the media on Zoom on September 14, 2026, to preview the upcoming matchup against t...   (15:36)
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September 14, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews BYU's first trip to Colorado State in 16 years

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media on Zoom to gear up for the week three matchup against Colorado State in Fort Collins. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Pod...   (14:16)
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September 14, 2026

BYU climbs rankings after impressive Big 12 opener + Football & basketball recruiting update

BYU is on the move. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Monday's episode with a deep dive into the Week 3 AP Top 25, where the Cougars jumped four spots from No. 15 to No. 1...   (25:15)
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September 12, 2026

Postgame reaction from Provo: No. 15 BYU 28, Arizona 17

BYU football earned an important Big 12 victory by defeating the Arizona Wildcats, 28-17, on September 12, 2026, inside LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. KSL Sports BYU Insid...   (35:08)
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September 12, 2026

Arizona's Brent Brennan, Noah Fifita react to loss at No. 15 BYU

Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan and players Noah Fifita and Tre Smith spoke with the media following the Wildcats 28-17 loss to No. 15 BYU in Provo, Utah, on September 1...   (10:17)
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September 12, 2026

BYU football players break down 28-17 win over Arizona

BYU football players Cade Uluave, Tausili Akana, LJ Martin, and Kyler Kasper speak with the media after the Cougars defeat Arizona, 28-17, in Provo, on September 12, 2026.  S...   (12:32)
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September 12, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 15 BYU's 28-17 win over Arizona

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters after No. 15 BYU defeated the Arizona Wildcats 28-17 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.  Subscribe to the Co...   (14:04)
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September 11, 2026

No. 15 BYU vs. Arizona: Preview, storylines to watch, score prediction + Tre Alexander interview

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the No. 15 BYU vs. Arizona matchup set for September 12, 2026. It's a Big 12 opener for both programs. Mitch looks at keys to the ma...   (38:57)
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September 11, 2026

BYU's Aaron Roderick, Kelly Poppinga preview Big 12 opener against Arizona

BYU football coordinators Aaron Roderick and Kelly Poppinga preview the Big 12 opener against the Arizona Wildcats. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank ...   (14:05)
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September 9, 2026

What's at stake in BYU vs. Arizona + Journee Tonga interview + Insider look at the Wildcats

No. 15 BYU football prepares for a Big 12 opener against the Arizona Wildcats. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down what's at stake for the Cougars in the matchup. ...   (41:29)
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September 8, 2026

BYU drops in AP Top 25 poll + My dream for LSU + Brent Brennan on the LES crowd

The Cougars win by 56 and drop a spot. Welcome to the AP Poll, Cougar Nation. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down No. 15 BYU's one-spot slide in Monday's Week 2 AP Top...   (30:05)
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September 7, 2026

BYU's Preston Rex, Hunter Clegg, Kyle Sfarcioc preview Big 12 opener against Arizona

BYU football players Preston Rex (RB), Hunter Clegg (OLB), and Kyle Sfarcioc (IOL), spoke with the media virtually on Monday, September 7, 2026, to preview BYU's Big 12 opener aga...   (20:10)
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September 7, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews Big 12 opener against Arizona

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media virtually on Zoom on September 7, 2026, to preview the week two matchup against the Arizona Wildcats. Subscribe to the C...   (16:09)
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September 7, 2026

Young stars emerge to kick off BYU season + Recruits in attendance + Cougar Stock Exchange

BYU football opened the 2026 season with a dominant victory over Utah Tech, 63-7. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper closed the book on the game with commentary from Kalani Sitak...   (26:43)
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September 6, 2026

Postgame reaction from Provo: No. 14 BYU 63, Utah Tech 7

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts and takeaways from BYU's 63-7 victory over the Utah Tech Trailblazers at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, September 5, 2...   (28:48)
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September 6, 2026

Utah Tech coach Lance Anderson reacts to loss against No. 14 BYU

Utah Tech head coach Lance Anderson spoke with the media following the Trailblazers loss to No. 14 BYU, 63-7, in Provo, on September 5, 2026. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcas...   (18:35)
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September 5, 2026

BYU football players break down 63-7 win over Utah Tech

BYU football players Legend Glasker, Siale Esera, Devaughn Eka, and Cannon DeVries spoke with the media after No. 14 BYU's 63-7 win over Utah Tech at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Sep...   (11:11)
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September 5, 2026

Kalani Sitake recaps No. 14 BYU's 63-7 win over Utah Tech

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after No. 14 BYU defeated Utah Tech 63-7 on September 5, 2026, in Provo, Utah. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sp...   (11:32)
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September 4, 2026

No. 14 BYU vs. Utah Tech: Preview, storylines to watch, score prediction

The long wait is over. BYU football is back to kick off the 2026 season. The 14th-ranked Cougars open the 2026 season against the Utah Tech Trailblazers from the Big Sky Conferenc...   (30:33)
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September 3, 2026

What should we expect from K-Pop's first game as DC + BYU games with Alex Kirry + Big 12: Week 1 preview

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper is loaded with content to get you ready for the 2026 BYU football season. Mitch opens the show with a deep dive into the biggest on-field story...   (37:01)
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September 2, 2026

Kelly Poppinga prepares for first game as BYU's defensive coordinator

BYU football defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga spoke with the media on September 2, 2026. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay up-to-date with...   (09:44)
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September 2, 2026

3 reasons why "This Could Be The Year" for BYU + Kalani shows emotion for players + Jojo Phillips interview

The 2026 BYU football season opener is days away and the buzz in Provo is electric. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens today's show by making the case for why this could be...   (32:11)
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September 1, 2026

BYU OC Aaron Roderick discusses objective for Utah Tech game, personnel updates

BYU football offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick spoke with the media on September 1, 2026, previewing the upcoming matchup against Utah Tech. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podc...   (07:38)
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September 1, 2026

Will off-the-field noise distract BYU football? + Depth chart analysis + Insider look at Utah Tech

Game week is here for No. 14 BYU, and KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a jam-packed episode to get Cougar Nation fully locked in ahead of Saturday's season opener agai...   (37:26)
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September 1, 2026

Kalani Sitake responds to BYU Athletic Department shakeup

BYU football head coach was asked for his thoughts on the athletic department shakeup at Brigham Young University, which changes who the football program reports to. Instead of re...   (02:01)
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August 31, 2026

BYU's LJ Martin, Bear Bachmeier, Justin Kirkland preview Utah Tech game

BYU running back LJ Martin, quarterback Bear Bachmeier, and nose tackle Justin Kirkland spoke with the media on August 31, 2026, over Zoom to preview the 2026 season opener agains...   (14:30)
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August 31, 2026

Kalani Sitake previews 2026 season opener against Utah Tech

It's finally here. Game week. Listen to BYU head coach Kalani Sitake's full weekly press conference from Monday, August 31st, as the No. 14 Cougars prepare to open the 2026 season...   (13:33)
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August 31, 2026

Game week is here! BYU football reveals captains + What's trending up entering the season

The wait is over — BYU Football game week is officially here. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens today's show buzzing with energy as No. 14 BYU enters the final count...   (27:50)
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August 27, 2026

Reaction to BYU athletic department reorganization, what it means going forward

Brigham Young University restructured the athletic department. Advancement VP Keith Vorkink will now oversee BYU football, while Brian Santiago will oversee the rest of the athlet...   (30:10)
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August 26, 2026

Does new Big 12 rule impact Jaxon Kohler? Clearing up the noise + BYU WR Kyler Kasper interview

The Big 12 Conference "unanimously adopted a conference rule" that prevents Big 12 member institutions from fielding professional athletes in any conference-sponsored sport. That ...   (32:26)
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August 25, 2026

BYU football depth chart projection for 2026 season + Final camp practice observations

BYU football wrapped up fall camp 2026 on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the Student Athlete Building in Provo. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper was there to share his observatio...   (37:03)
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August 24, 2026

Thoughts on LES upgrades + BYU practice notes + Kevin Gilbride interview

With the September 5 opener against Utah Tech now less than two weeks away, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a loaded episode. First up, BYU unveiled a slate of upgrad...   (40:37)
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August 24, 2026

BYU football fall camp is winding down with season-opener approaching

BYU football enters the final week of fall camp practices with the 2026 season opener against Utah Tech approaching. This is a news update that aired on KSL NewsRadio. You can lis...   (01:57)
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August 20, 2026

BYU basketball picks up a commitment from standout big-man Jaxon Kohler

BYU basketball picked up a commitment from former Michigan State big man Jaxon Kohler. Kohler picked BYU over Kentucky, Kansas, and Louisville. He gives BYU a big man who competed...   (11:40)
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August 19, 2026

Top BYU wide receivers emerging + TJ Woods interview + Fall weddings

A big storyline for BYU football entering the 2026 season is at wide receiver. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discusses the latest with the wide receiver unit and who might b...   (41:55)
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August 18, 2026

BYU football practice observations: What stood out + 5-in-5 heats up for basketball

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper starts today's show from the practice fields after another eventful day at BYU football fall camp. Day 11 took place Tuesday at the Student-Ath...   (33:41)
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August 18, 2026

Fall camp chats with BYU K Matthias Dunn, P Fuller Shurtz, LS Ty Smith, and CB Kevin Doe

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper caught up with some BYU football players at fall camp practice. At the beginning of this episode, you'll hear a combined interview with BYU's s...   (11:41)
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August 17, 2026

Reaction to BYU's preseason AP Top 25 ranking + Speculation continues on resources

The preseason AP Top 25 is out and BYU checks in at No. 14, tied with USC with 839 points. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper reacts to the Cougars' highest preseason ranking sin...   (39:02)
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August 14, 2026

BYU QB coach views Bill Belichick as a mentor in his career

First-year BYU assistant QB coach Tyler Hughes worked under Bill Belichick at the New England Patriots. Belichick is one of the mentors in Hughes' coaching career. This is a news ...   (01:56)
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August 13, 2026

BYU WR expectations + Roger Saleapaga interview + Recruits to watch during HS football season

Despite being a big question mark, BYU football coaches are quietly optimistic for the BYU wide receiver unit entering the 2026 season. What should expectations be for this group ...   (35:00)
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August 12, 2026

Kalani Sitake discusses relationship with Brian Santiago + QB coach Tyler Hughes interview

It was a busy Wednesday at the BYU Student Athlete Building, and KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper unpacks all of it. The biggest headline: Kalani Sitake met with reporters at t...   (35:50)
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August 11, 2026

Reaction to BYU hiring Kentucky's Marc Hill as Deputy AD + Chad Kauha'aha'a interview

Big news in the BYU Athletics front office. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the hiring of Marc Hill as BYU's new deputy athletic director. Hill arrives in Provo af...   (26:22)
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August 11, 2026

BYU addresses rumors surrounding Brian Santiago + Fall Camp: Week Two observations

Rumors spread like wildfire across social media and fan message boards over the weekend that BYU athletic director Brian Santiago could be fired. It wasn't true. But did it add to...   (32:08)
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August 10, 2026

Aaron Roderick, Kelly Poppinga, Keanu Tanuvasa provide fall camp updates

BYU football offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick, defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga, and defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa spoke to the media after day five of fall camp practic...   (18:51)
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August 10, 2026

BYU's quarterback situation behind Bear Bachmeier

Who will be the backup quarterback behind Bear Bachmeier this season? BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick provides an update. This is a news update that aired on KSL NewsRadi...   (01:58)
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August 7, 2026

Will BYU QB Bear Bachmeier run the ball less in 2026? + Cosmo goes into the Hall

BYU football fall camp is rolling, and KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper kicks off today's episode with the question on every Cougar fan's mind: Will Bear Bachmeier run the ball...   (33:45)
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August 7, 2026

Reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year LJ Martin is back in action

BYU star running back LJ Martin is healthy and ready to roll for his senior season. This is a news update that aired on KSL NewsRadio. You can listen to the daily Cougar Tracks up...   (01:54)
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August 6, 2026

Diving into BYU's wide receiver room with Fesi Sitake + Expectations for defense

As BYU football opens fall camp this week, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the expectations for first-year defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga. With Jay Hill now ...   (30:56)
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August 5, 2026

What caught my attention at day one of BYU football fall camp

BYU football is officially back. The Cougars kicked off fall camp practice on Wednesday at the Student Athlete Building. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper was on the scene. He s...   (28:52)
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