Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

In this week’s edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss their preferred landing spots for AJ Dybantsa ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery. The guys also dive into the return of an in-state basketball rivalry over the next two seasons and debate whether bringing the matchup back is the right move for both programs. Later in the show, Mitch and Nate break down the post-spring Big 12 Conference power rankings from KSL Sports and react to the American Football Coaches Association supporting a 24-team college football playoff. The show wraps up with a look at BYU Cougars football’s 2026 road schedule, a conversation with a four-star defensive line commit, and a discussion about BYU football player geography.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU football’s road schedule now that tickets are available, and discuss which away game should be at the top of fans’ travel lists this fall.

Week two of this brand new segment features Mitch Harper and Nate Slack drafting their dream renovations for LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack run down the list of noteable accomplishments and marks made by BYU programs and athletes during this edition of Cougar Tales.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their takes on the American Football Coaches Association’s endorsement of a move to a 24-team college football playoff.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about whether or not fans should be wary of preseason expectations that have been placed on this year's football team.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack evaluate the KSL Sports team's post-spring Big 12 power rankings.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their opinions on the NCAA Tournament expanding from 68 teams to 76 and whether or not they think it was a good decision.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the revival of an in-state rivalry on the hardwood set to return over the next two seasons — and share their thoughts on whether bringing the matchup back is the right move.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the history of the four BYU players who have been picked in the NBA Draft Lottery.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the most likely landing spots for former Cougar AJ Dybantsa to get drafted to and share where their preferred places would be.

A local hospital gives insight into just how serious BYU RB Sione Moa's injury was. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack roll out a new segment "Drafting the Y" this weeks discussion is their favorite BYU Football Helmets. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the Big 12 Conference landing a new private capital deal. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their opinions on the changes in Cougar Club season ticket purchases. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on the expectations for incoming 5 star recruit Bruce Branch III 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss whether or not any other Cougar Basketball players aside from AJ Dybantsa will be taken in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive deep into BYU footballs depth chart for the upcoming season. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on whether or not the NCAA should bring back a post-spring tranfer portal window. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss BYU's football future following Texas Tech Quarterback Brendan Sorsby's gambling scandal. 

After AJ Dybantsa declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, where would Mitch Harper like to see the BYU star selected? He shared the destinations that would be the best fit.

Mitch Harper shared his instant reaction to BYU football linebacker Jack Kelly being selected by the New York Giants in the 6th round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

When one NFL Draft nears a conclusion, it's time to start looking at the next one. Mitch Harper shared the players who he believes are the top NFL prospects from BYU for the 2027 NFL Draft.

BYU picked up a commitment from four-star defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams. Mitch shared his thoughts on that commitment and the work BYU is putting in for the class of 2027.