MODELO SPRING ROADTRIP: TOURING BIG 12 COUNTRY: BYU Football Head Coach Kalani Sitake Joins Big 12 Today!

Big 12 Today Heads on a Roadtrip!  

Join Ari and James on the Modelo Spring Roadtrip as they Tour Big 12 Country in College Football. Our next stop — BYU!

During the road trip, Ari and James discuss the offseason for BYU and what fans can expect in the fall. They highlight the strength of the Cougars offense beginning with the offensive line. The duo also shares high expectations for the defense this season, along with defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga.

BYU Football Head Coach Kalani Sitake recently joined Big 12 Today to discuss the progress and development of the BYU Cougars. He began by highlighting how a full year of quarterback Bear Bachmier has been highly beneficial as they head into the season.

Coach Sitake expressed his pleasure and excitement about Bachmier’s learning ability and football IQ, noting how quickly he has adapted and improved.
Coach Sitake also praised Bachmier’s leadership qualities, emphasizing his humility and the positive example he sets for the team.

Regarding the defensive staff, he shared confidence in their new defensive coordinator, Kelly Poppinga, and is not worried about the transition.

When asked about rumors of him being recruited to Michigan during the offseason, Coach Sitake declined the opportunity, affirming that he considers BYU and the Big 12 to be his home and is fully committed to leading the Cougars.

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