BYU Movement On Final Day Of Football Transfer Portal Window + BYU-Texas Tech Preview

We've reached the final day of the 2026 Transfer Portal window in college football. Where do things stand for BYU football? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper goes over the latest movement in the portal for the Cougars, including a commitment from Mississippi State transfer cornerback Jayven Williams.

Also, in this episode of Cougar Tracks, Michigan cornerbacks coach Jernaro Gilford sent a kind departing message to BYU as he settles in with the Wolverines.

Then, finally, BYU basketball preview for the Top-15 showdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Mitch caught up with Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Texas Tech basketball beat writer Nathan Giese to get the lowdown on the Red Raiders.

Mitch also gave his score prediction for the game.

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

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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. 

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