Cougar Tracks - Daily BYU Cougars Football, Basketball Podcast

BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young spoke with reporters via Zoom to preview the 2026-27 season and also look ahead to the season opener against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Delta Center.

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The Big 12 is looking for a new commissioner. On this Halloween-eve episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper reacts to Friday's news that Brett Yormark is leaving the conference, and what his departure could mean for BYU. Then he previews No. 8 BYU's home game against Arizona State and gives his score prediction.

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The Big 12 Conference announced new in-game policies for discriminatory chants that occur inside Big 12 venues on the heels of chants at the BYU-UCF game last week in Orlando.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the decision from the Big 12 and what's next.

Also in this episode, Mitch caught up with BYU football special teams coordinator Justin Ena to get an update on the Special Teams unit.

Then, finally, the availability report notes for BYU football entering Arizona State week.

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BYU basketball opens its season Monday night against Ohio State at the Delta Center. On this episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper previews the 2026-27 Cougars. He breaks down the roster, what year three under Kevin Young could look like, the schedule, and his bold predictions. He also talks with three of BYU's most important players and two of ESPN's top college basketball analysts.

Mitch caught up with Bruce Branch III, Collin Chandler, Rob Wright III, along with Sean Farnham and Fran Fraschilla of ESPN.

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BYU (6-1, 3-1 Big 12) is back home this weekend for a Halloween afternoon game against Arizona State, a week after losing in double overtime at UCF. On this episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper goes through the depth chart for ASU week and talks with Brad Denny of the Speak of the Devils podcast. Mitch also looks at the Chocolate CougarTail being back at LaVell Edwards Stadium, along with its potential curse.

Also, Mitch looks at the petition that is agreed upon by BYU and Utah fans.

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BYU football players Justin Kirkland (NT), Sione Moa (RB), and Raider Damuni (SAF) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 26, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming Halloween matchup against Arizona State.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters on Zoom about the upcoming home game against the Arizona State Sun Devils.

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BYU was ranked No. 2 for the first time in program history, and it lost its first game of 2026 in Orlando. UCF (4-3) earned its first win over a top-five team ever, and Knights fans stormed the field.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his closing thoughts on the loss as the Cougars look to bounce back after their first setback of the season.

BYU fell six spots to No. 8 in Sunday's AP poll. Ohio State moved up to No. 2 behind Miami, and Georgia, Indiana and Notre Dame round out the top five.

The Big 12 announced Monday that No. 8 BYU at No. 6 Utah on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Rice-Eccles Stadium will kick off at 10 a.m. MT on ABC or ESPN. The network will be chosen after the Oct. 31 games. It's the first 10 a.m. kickoff in the rivalry since 1996. It's also the first time BYU and Utah will meet with both teams ranked in the AP top-10.

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BYU football suffered its first loss of the 2026 season in a 39-31 setback to unranked UCF at the Bounce House in Orlando, Florida.

KSL Sports BYU insider Mitch Harper broke down the game. Shared his thoughts on the craziness at the end of the game. What went wrong for BYU in this loss to the Knights?

Mitch goes in depth and shares his thoughts throughout, and what's next for the Cougars as they look to bounce back after a disappointing performance. 

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BYU football players Kyler Kasper (WR) and Cade Uluave (LB) speak to reporters following No. 2 BYU's 39-31 double overtime 39-31 loss at UCF, on October 24, 2026.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters after the No. 2 Cougars lost at UCF in double overtime, 39-31, on October 24, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.

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No. 2 BYU football takes its undefeated record at 6-0 on the road against the UCF Knights in Orlando.

Is this a "letdown" spot? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks it down and shares his thoughts on the matchup.

Mitch is in Orlando for the game and will be covering the action this weekend.

From Bear Bachmeier to advanced stats to watch, Mitch analyzes the Big 12 clash, then gives his score prediction.

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Hear from BYU basketball stars Rob Wright III, Collin Chandler, and Bruce Branch III, along with Associate Head Coach Tim Fanning, as they preview the 2026-27 BYU season from Big 12 Media Days in Kansas City, Missouri.

In this episode you'll hear the main stage audio, moderated by BYUtv's Spencer Linton, along with breakout interviews with the general media that included KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper.

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No. 2 BYU (6-0) goes on the road to face UCF (3-3) on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. MT on Fox. On this episode of the Cougar Tracks Podcast, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper goes through the first availability report for the trip to Orlando, gets the Deseret News' Jackson Payne on the Notre Dame win and the start of BYU basketball season, and talks with offensive lineman Zak Yamauchi and safety Matthias Leach.

Zak Yamauchi stepped in as part of BYU's "TANK" formation that led to a touchdown run against the Irish. He also played a snap in relief of banged-up Kyle Sfarcioc.

Matthias Leach was also critical in BYU's win over the Irish, playing important defensive snaps, including on the final defensive stand against the Irish.

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KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper is in Kansas City for Big 12 Basketball Media Days at the T-Mobile Center.

In this episode of the podcast, Mitch caught up with BYU basketball Associate Head Coach Tim Fanning and freshman Bruce Branch III.

Mitch also shares his thoughts on where BYU ranks in the preseason Big 12 Basketball Media Poll.

Then, Mitch also caught up with BYU Athletics Director Brian Santiago. It was the first time Santiago has spoken since the athletic department reassignment this past August. They discussed Santiago's role with BYU football, the resources allocated to football, the BYU-Notre Dame win, his thoughts on BYU basketball in year three under Kevin Young and more.

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BYU football is flying high after an impressive upset victory over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish last week in Provo.

The Cougars are 6-0 and ranked No. 2 in the AP Top 25 poll. It begs the question: has BYU hit its ceiling this season?

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down each position group for BYU football to this point in the season.

Where does the BYU quarterback unit led by star Bear Bachmeier stack up in terms of a grade? Which position has the highest grade?

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark shared some thoughts on his experience seeing the BYU win over Notre Dame in person. What that could mean for the Big 12 in the future with scheduling marquee matchups.

Also, in this episode, Mitch dives into the report that UCF will be without starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III for a fifth consecutive game. Mitch shared his thoughts on Keyone Jenkins, a transfer from FIU.

Mitch caught up with UCF Insider Chris Boyle from the Daytona Beach News-Journal to get the lowdown on the Knights.

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BYU football players Walker Lyons (TE), Legend Glasker (WR), and Faletau Satuala (SAF) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 19, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming road matchup against UCF.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media on Zoom to preview the upcoming road game at UCF.

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BYU's upset of Notre Dame is still the talk of college football, and part of that conversation is now about one second. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down Saturday night's 28-24 win, the clock controversy on the final play, the numbers behind the night, and this week's Cougar Stock Exchange.

Mitch starts with what the win did for BYU in the polls. The Cougars jumped six spots to No. 2 in Sunday's AP Top 25 and received 20 first-place votes, finishing behind only No. 1 Miami. BYU is No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll behind Miami and Ohio State. It's the first time since 1984 that BYU has been in the top three of both major polls. BYU is also 6-0 for the third straight season, a first in program history. The win was BYU's first over Notre Dame since 2004 and its first over a top-10 team since 2018. It came on a night when five of the AP's top eight teams lost, the first time that has happened on a single regular-season Saturday.

Also, Mitch shares thoughts on Bear Bachmeier sounding off on what that win over Notre Dame meant to him. Was that a big deal or not?

Mitch dives into the big recruiting weekend BYU football hosted for the Notre Dame game and also shares what he believes is trending up and trending down for the Cougars.

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The first top-10 game ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium lived up to the hype. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down No. 8 BYU's 28-24 win over No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday night, a victory that moved the Cougars to 6-0, ended Notre Dame's 16-game winning streak, and gave BYU its first win over a top-10 opponent since 2018.

Full breakdown of the win and what it means for BYU football moving forward.

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BYU football players Raider Damuni (SAF), Cade Uluave (LB), Bear Bachmeier (QB), and Preston Rex (RB) speak to reporters after No. 8 BYU upsets No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on October 17, 2026, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after the Cougars knocked off No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

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ESPN's Stanford Steve Coughlin and host Rece Davis spoke with the media on Friday, October 16, 2026, to preview College GameDay and the BYU-Notre Dame game. 

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It's here! The biggest regular season game in the history of BYU football. No. 8 BYU vs. No. 2 Notre Dame. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the game, giving the keys to victory for BYU. He also shares his score prediction for the matchup.

Also in this episode, Mitch caught up with KSL Sports Zone host Tim LaComb. He's part of an 80s and 90s cover band, Party Hounds, who will be performing on Cougar Canyon before the game.

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Breaking down the key players to watch in BYU football versus Notre Dame. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares his thoughts on the game and what players for BYU need to show up in this one against the No. 2 Irish.

Steve Young was tabbed as the celebrity guest picker for College GameDay. The BYU and NFL legend is a perfect fit for the role.

Also, in this episode, Mitch caught up with BYU Sports Network's Matt Baiamonte to preview the top-10 clash.

Then, breaking down the defensive side of the ball with BYU football defensive passing game coordinator Demario Warren.

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