Will there be more independent college football programs in next five years?

There has been a few teams that have joined the ranks of the independents since BYU declared the independence in 2011, but it's been very few.

UMass Athletic Director said recently he projects more football programs to becoming Independent in the next three-to-five years. Who would they be? How would that impact BYU's Independence?

Also, BYU basketball prepares for a closed scrimmage against the Cal Golden Bears from the Pac-12 Conference. What to expect.

Finally, who are the top players on the BYU football team through the first seven games of the season. Cougar Tracks host Mitch Harper gave you the best of the best by position.

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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.