Key Storylines For BYU Entering Pop-Tarts Bowl + Kelly Poppinga Interview

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Key Storylines For BYU Entering Pop-Tarts Bowl + Kelly Poppinga Interview

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Published on Dec 18, 2025, 3:12:21 PM
Total time: 00:30:36

Episode Description

Will there be any opt-outs for BYU football in the 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl? The health of the team is a big storyline as the Cougars prepare to take on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed the key storylines in the Top 25 matchup in the Bowl Season during his latest episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast.

Also, on Throwback Thursday, Harper played trivia to test his knowledge of BYU football bowl history.

Then, finally, an interview with BYU defensive ends and Special Teams Coordinator Kelly Poppinga.

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More about 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.