Cougar Tracks - Daily BYU Cougars Football, Basketball Podcast

BYU football is preparing to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers in Provo on Friday, October 3, 2025.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper sets the stage for the matchup as 4-0 and nationally-ranked BYU hosts a Mountaineers squad that is struggling at 2-3 and 0-2 in Big 12 play.

One of the storylines for the Cougars is the depth at running back after star ball carrier LJ Martin.

Should there be reason for concern? Harper shares his thoughts.

Also in this episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, Mitch catches up with West Virginia insider Keenan Cummings of WVSports.com, part of the Rivals and On3 network, to get the lowdown on this Mountaineer squad in the return of Rich Rodriguez to Morgantown.

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BYU football players spoke with the media to recap the win over Colorado and preview the upcoming game against the West Virginia Mountaineers.

The players who spoke with the media include:

• WR Parker Kingston
• DE Bodie Schoonover
• SAF Faletau Satuala

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters on Monday, September 29, 2025, on Zoom to preview Friday's home game against the West Virginia Mountaineers.

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The University of Colorado Boulder condemned the religious slurs that occurred during the football game between the Colorado Buffaloes and BYU Cougars at Folsom Field.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed the statement and BYU's recent history with dealing with these types of situations.

Along with the statement, Harper shared his thoughts on BYU's 24-21 victory over the Buffaloes and what this does for the Cougars moving forward.

Quarterback Bear Bachmeier shined in the victory to improve BYU's record to 4-0 for the second consecutive season.

Then, finally, Harper gave his weekly Cougar Stock Exchange to discuss what's trending up and trending down in the world of BYU athletics.

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BYU football improves to 4-0 overall and 1-0 in Big 12 play during the 2025 season.

The Cougars defeated the Colorado Buffaloes 24-21 at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado.

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier had an excellent performance in the victory both on the ground and through the air.

Linebacker Isaiah Glasker sealed the victory with a game-clinching interception on Colorado quarterback Kaidon Salter.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper and Cougar Sports Saturday co-host Kyle Ireland shared their takeaways from BYU's big win to kick off Big 12 play.

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Portion of Colorado football head coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders' press conference after BYU defeated the Buffaloes, 24-21, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, inside Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado.

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BYU football players spoke to the media after the Cougars defeated the Colorado Buffaloes, 24-21, in Boulder, Colorado.

The players who spoke with the media include:

• LB Isaiah Glasker
• LB Jack Kelly
• WR Chase Roberts
• QB Bear Bachmeier

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after the Cougars defeated the Colorado Buffaloes in Boulder, Colorado, on September 27, 2025 in Folsom Field.

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BYU football kicks off Big 12 Conference play in the 2025 season at Colorado.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper previews the Big 12 matchup as No. 25 BYU looks to start 4-0 overall on the season.

The Cougars have a star running back, LJ Martin. How much will they utilize him in a game where BYU has no depth at running back?

Colorado's defense is struggling this season, but they have an intriguing quarterback in Kaidon Salter, who is looking to build on the confidence he gained from last week's performance against Wyoming.

Harper gives some of the storylines and keys to the matchup.

Along with keys, you'll also hear an interview with BYU defensive tackles coach Sione Po'uha. BYU gets Justin Kirkland back from a knee injury this week.

Then, finally, Mitch gives his score prediction for BYU vs. Colorado.

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The first BYU football player availability report was released and it was announced that running back Sione Moa is "OUT" for this week's game against the Colorado Buffaloes.

What does BYU do moving forward at running back behind LJ Martin?

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the situation, along with discussing the Colorado player's availability status.

Mitch is warming up to the idea of a 20+ team College Football Playoff.

Big 12 Football picks for week five of the 2025 season.

The big games for the week include TCU at Arizona State, Cincinnati at Kansas, and Arizona at Iowa State.

Finally, Mitch caught up with Andrew Gentry, a Littleton, Colorado native and starting right tackle at BYU, in preparation for Saturday's game against the Buffs.

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BYU football coordinators spoke with the media to preview the upcoming matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes.

• Jay Hill, Defensive Coordinator
• Aaron Roderick, Offensive Coordinator
• Fesi Sitake, Passing Game Coordinator

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The 2025-26 BYU basketball schedule is now officially released, following the announcement of the Big 12's matchup dates.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the matchups in the 18-game portion of the schedule.

Some notable matchups include BYU-Texas Tech, BYU-Arizona, and BYU vs. Utah, which will be played twice in two weeks.

Mitch also discussed recruiting news as BYU football picked up a commitment from Devaughn Eka from Lehi High School.

BYU basketball received a commitment from Timpview High forward Will Openshaw.

Openshaw joined Mitch Harper on Cougar Tracks to discuss his commitment to Kevin Young's program.

Then, finally, the show closed out with an insider look at the Colorado Buffaloes as Denver Sports sports writer Trent Finnegan joined Mitch to preview BYU football vs. Colorado.

BYU travels to Boulder to take on the Colorado Buffaloes this Saturday night at 8:15 p.m. Extended pregame begins at 6 p.m. on KSL NewsRadio.

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No. 25 BYU football is getting set to take on the Colorado Buffaloes in Boulder on Saturday, September 27.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed the matchup with commentary from Kalani Sitake on his relationship with Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders. 

Mitch also gave his Big 12 Football Power Rankings entering the league opener for BYU.

Finally, thoughts on Colorado's roster and personnel heading into the matchup, the first between the two programs in Boulder since 1981.

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BYU football tight end Carsen Ryan, safety Tanner Wall, and outside edge Logan Lutui spoke with reporters on Monday, September 22, 2025, on Zoom, to preview the upcoming matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes. 

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke to reporters on Zoom to preview the upcoming matchup against Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes.

The Big 12 Conference matchup will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 8:15 p.m. (MDT).

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BYU football enters the AP Top 25 rankings after defeating the East Carolina Pirates in Greenville, North Carolina, 34-13. BYU is now 3-0 on the season.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper gave his closing thoughts on the win over the Pirates.

Harper shared tidbits from his road trip to North Carolina, eating at Sup Dogs and Cookout.

He discussed what's trending up and trending down in the world of BYU football.

Also, BYU basketball begins practice today.

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BYU football improves to 3-0 in the 2025 season after defeating the East Carolina Pirates, 34-13.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper and Cougar Sports Saturday co-host Kyle Ireland shared their thoughts on the win as they covered the game from Greenville, North Carolina.

Bear Bachmeier shined in the win, passing for 246 yards and also running for a 16-yard touchdown.

LJ Martin had his third consecutive 100-yard rushing output of the night, which also included his first rushing touchdown of the season.

BYU's defense went 11 consecutive quarters without giving up a touchdown to open this season. They took care of business against the East Carolina Pirates' up-tempo offensive attack.

Entire postgame reaction from Greenville, North Carolina.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in Greenville, North Carolina, on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

BYU defeated the Pirates 34-13.

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BYU football players spoke with the media inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium after the Cougars defeated East Carolina, 34-13, on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

BYU improves to 3-0 in the 2025 season.

The players who spoke with the media include:

• QB Bear Bachmeier
• CB Evan Johnson
• LB Jack Kelly

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BYU basketball guard Rob Wright III spoke with KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper in preparation for the 2025-26 season.

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BYU football looks to improve to 3-0 in the 2025 season, but they will have to get by the East Carolina Pirates in Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the game in his Friday preview and also gave a score prediction.

The Cougars have a talented backfield with running back LJ Martin. Will he be able to have success on the ground against the seventh-ranked rush defense in the country?

ECU's offense is high-powered through the air. Is BYU's secondary ready for the challenge?

Also in this episode, Harper caught up with BYU basketball star guard Rob Wright. The Baylor transfer shared his experience at BYU so far and his expectations for this season.

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The BYU football team leaves for Greenville, North Carolina, on Thursday, September 18, in preparation for Saturday's game against East Carolina.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares some of the key storylines entering the matchup, with a focus on both offenses.

For BYU, running back LJ Martin leads the way for the Cougars. How many touches will the Cougs give the talented junior ball carrier?

East Carolina's offense is led by quarterback Katin Houser, who is putting up big numbers this season through the air.

Big 12 football predictions for Week 4 of the 2025 season. The notables include Texas Tech at Utah, Arizona State at Baylor, and TCU vs. SMU.

Finally, Mitch looks back at the history between BYU and East Carolina. The Pirates lead the all-time series 2-1.

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BYU football freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier hasn't experienced a road game atmosphere yet. East Carolina's Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is expected to be a hostile crowd.

What is BYU's coaching staff doing to prepare Bachmeier for his first road start?

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper dives into that in the latest edition of the Cougar Tracks Podcast.

Mitch also looks back at the history of how BYU football has performed in Eastern Time Zone games under head coach Kalani Sitake (since 2016).

Then, finally, an interview with BYU offensive lineman Weylin Lapuaho.

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BYU football offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick and defensive coordinator Jay Hill spoke with reporters on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, to preview the upcoming matchup against the East Carolina Pirates.

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BYU football injury update entering the East Carolina game in the 2025 season.

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake discussed the status of Choe Bryant-Strother, Weylin Lapuaho, Justin Kirkland, and Jojo Phillips, as the Cougars get set to go to Greenville, North Carolina, to take on the Pirates.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed the status of that personnel.

Also, ESPN's Bill Connelly provided a true ranking of the teams in college football based on results solely focused on the field in 2025. It's interesting to see where BYU ranks.

Then, finally, an East Carolina preview with Stephen Igoe of Hoist The Colours of the 247Sports Network.

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