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The Deseret News' Jackson Payne joins Cougar Sports to discuss AJ Dybantsa and where he'll be drafted, BYU Basketball's search for a center, and more!
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
BYU basketball continues to search for a center for next season. Some of the prospects who have been linked to BYU have chosen other programs, is it time to panic? Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their thoughts.
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the latest scheduling announcements and reports for BYU basketball's non-conference slate
Former BYU basketball star Richie Saunders went through the NBA draft combine in Chicago. Kevin young provided an update.
Jake & Ben Full Show from May 14, 2026 Hour 1 Jake & Ben compare the Utah Jazz rebuild to the Washington Wizards rebuild; two teams that now appear ready to take the next step. Top 3 Stories of the Day: NFL Schedule Release Day, Donovan Mitchell is one win away from Conference Finals, BYU Basketball adds a non conference game against Nebraska. Audio Vault: Charles Barkley has a man crush on Max Strus. Hour 2 According to Marc J Spears, Keyonte George and the Utah Jazz have adopted a "Why Not Us" Mindset when it comes to the playoffs next season. AJ Dybantsa says he would like to play in Washington even though he didn't seem thrilled when they won the Lottery. Golfer Garrick Higgo was late to his Tee Time at the PGA Championship Hour 3 Real Golf Radio's Brian Taylor joined to talk about today's PGA Championship events. What happened with Garrick Higgo arriving late? AJ Dybantsa is getting a lot of Attention Nationally. Was he worth it for BYU? Nate Dowdle gives an update live from the Copper Rock Championship. Hour 4 If the Utah Jazz Trade Up to Number 1, how much would you be comfortable with them trading. Stephen A Smith says the LA Lakers are tired of LeBron and Klutch Sports. He might be right for once. Are the Lakers trying to take Control away from LeBron James?
Hour 1 of Jake & Ben on May 14, 2026 Jake & Ben compare the Utah Jazz rebuild to the Washington Wizards rebuild; two teams that now appear ready to take the next step. Top 3 Stories of the Day: NFL Schedule Release Day, Donovan Mitchell is one win away from Conference Finals, BYU Basketball adds a non conference game against Nebraska. Audio Vault: Charles Barkley has a man crush on Max Strus.
Top 3 Stories of the Day: NFL Schedule Release Day, Donovan Mitchell is one win away from Conference Finals, BYU Basketball adds a non conference game against Nebraska.
Former BYU Basketball Coach Steve Cleveland joins Cougar Sports to discuss where AJ Dybantsa will be drafted, the Jazz's number two pick, and more!
Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the history of the four BYU players who have been picked in the NBA Draft Lottery.
Hour two of DJ & PK for May 8, 2026: What is Trending: NBA, CBB, NFL, CFB, MLB, RSL, URFC, NHL Hot Takes or Toast: Going from good to great WHat's BYU basketball still in need of?
DJ and Yawk talked about what Kevin Young still needs on the BYU basketball roster to take the Cougars to the next level.
Ronald Weaver III, Brett Hammer, and Cam Clark discuss NCAA Tournament expansion, BYU Basketball's roster construction, the latest news out of Cougar Country, and more! The guys also welcome BYU Basketball player Tyler Betsey, Odion Men's Wear's Braiden Day, Bander Wealth's Blayne Andersen, and Handy and Handy to the program.
Ronald Weaver III, Brett Hammer, and Cam Clark discuss NCAA Tournament expansion, BYU Basketball's roster construction, the latest news out of Cougar Country, and more! The guys also welcome BYU Basketball player Tyler Betsey, Odion Menswear's Braiden Day, Bander Wealth's Blayne Andersen, and Handy and Handy to the program.
Ronald Weaver III, Brett Hammer, and Cam Clark discuss NCAA Tournament expansion, BYU Basketball's roster construction, the latest news out of Cougar Country, and more! The guys also welcome BYU Basketball player Tyler Betsey, Odion Menswear's Braiden Day, Bander Wealth's Blayne Andersen, and Handy and Handy to the program.
The entirety of DJ & PK for May 6, 2026: HOUR ONE Brecken Mozingo, Utah Royals FC Chris and Bill Armstrong's Utah Mammoth Exit Interview Brian Geltzeiler, SiriusXM NBA Radio and NBAtv HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, CFB, MLB, Golf, NHL Hot Takes or Toast: Why aren't BYU and Utah playing in Logan? Does Rudy Gobert have you rooting for the Minnesota Timberwolves? HOUR THREE Nathan Grubel, No Ceilings NBA Would Keaton Wagler be a nice fit in Utah? Are Jazz fans Timberwolves fans too? HOUR FOUR BYU and USU skip return date in Logan Michael Lev, Arizona Daily Star Feedback of the Day
BYU basketball announced a two-game series with in-state rival Utah State. It will be the first meeting between the two programs since 2021. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares his thoughts on the rivalry returning and some memories of the BYU-Utah State basketball series. Mitch also dives into some early 2027 projections from Bart Torvik for Big 12 basketball. BYU checks into the middle of the pack as they continue to search for a center. The Big 12 looks like it could take a slight step back next year. Could BYU climb to the upper-crust? Then, finally, the BYU football opponent spring tour continues. On this episode, we look at Arizona State with Damon Allred of ArizonaSports.com. Allredy is a co-host of the State of the Sun Devils podcast and is an Arizona State reporter. BYU football will host Arizona State on Saturday, October 31 in Provo. It's the first meeting between the two programs since a memorable clash in 2024 in Tempe. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.
Jason Walker discusses the return of the BYU vs Utah State men's basketball series, looking at why the series has managed to return and also why it's dumb the series paused anyway. Also, an analysis of Utah State's non-conference and overall strength of schedule and how it appears to be improving compared to the last few years.
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Jake & Ben Full Show from April 28, 2026 Hour 1 The Utah Mammoth lost Game 4 in Overtime last night. Heading back to Vegas, are they up against the wall now? Top 3 Stories of the Day: OKC Thunder Sweep the Suns, Mammoth hosting a Watch Party for Game 5, BYU Basketball in the mix for another 5 Star Prospect. There's a new wrinkle in the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel story: She made him a playlist to get through his 4-Game losing streak in 2022. Hour 2 NBA Draft Analyst Krysten Peek joined to talk about the talent that might be available to the Utah Jazz with their Top-8 Pick in Junes NBA Draft. Hot Take Tuesday: Ben thinks smokers and meat smoking culture is overrated, Christian thinks the Magic stink, Jake thinks Brandon Aiyuk is a genius. More on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby: Cincinnati may have known about his gambling problem. Hour 3 The NBA has officially announced their anti-tanking reform, and it leaves us more confused than ever. Luke Fox, NHL Writer for Sportsnet, joined the show to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs and tell us what he thinks about Mammoth vs Golden Knights. Audio Vault: Sirius XM Radio Host Frank Isola doesn't like his Programming Change Hour 4 Live at 5! Utah Mammoth Head Coach Andre Tourigny has confirmed he bench Forward JJ Peterka in Overtime last night. ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter says former BYU Running Back Tyler Allgeier is the biggest loser from this year's NFL Draft. Have you ever made anyone a playlist?
Top 3 Stories: OKC Sweeps Phoenix Suns, Utah Mammoth hosting Watch Party for Game 5, BYU Basketball in the mix for Another 5 Star Prospect
Hour 1 of Jake & Ben on April 28, 2026 The Utah Mammoth lost Game 4 in Overtime last night. Heading back to Vegas, are they up against the wall now? Top 3 Stories of the Day: OKC Thunder Sweep the Suns, Mammoth hosting a Watch Party for Game 5, BYU Basketball in the mix for another 5 Star Prospect. There's a new wrinkle in the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel story: She made him a playlist to get through his 4-Game losing streak in 2022.
BYU basketball picked up a commitment from TCU transfer Adam Stewart on Saturday. He has a connection to head coach Kevin Young. Mitch Harper hit on that and the latest with the 2026-27 roster.
The NCAA Transfer Portal window for men's college basketball is officially closed. It was a wild two weeks. What did we learn about BYU basketball from the portal window? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares his thoughts, plus breaks down where the roster currently stands. BYU has a powerhouse program within the athletic department, the Cheer Team. Mitch caught up with BYU Cheer Head Coach Jocelyn Allan to discuss her squad's National Championship victory in the Game Day Division IA in Daytona Beach, Florida. It's the second consecutive year BYU Cheer has won a National Championship. Then, finally, you'll hear an interview Mitch had with BYU senior linebacker Isaiah Glasker. The senior decided to run it back for one final season with the Cougars. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Hour 2 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Former BYU basketball head coach Dave Rose The Good, Bad, & Ugly Fair to talk playoffs about the Jazz
Former BYU basketball head coach Dave Rose
Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about how important it is that guard Rob Wright III withdrew his name from the transfer portal and is returning to Provo for his junior season. The guys also talk about expectations for Rob next season and where they would like to see him improve.
The roster is still being constructed, but Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their thoughts on how Kevin Young and staff are putting this year's basketball roster together and who they want to see the Cougars add next.
Mitch Harper and Nate Slack react to comments made by senior guard Nate Pickens made on a podcast with Trevin Knell and Dawson Baker about where he felt last year's team fell short.
After securing a signing from Rob Wright III to withdraw from the Transfer Portal and landing Collin Chandler and Jake Wahlin, BYU basketball continues to build out the roster for the 2026-27 season. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the latest with roster construction for the Cougars as they gear up for year three under head coach Kevin Young. BYU football recruiting is heating up for the class of 2027. Mitch shares some updates on the recruiting trail. He also discussed the uncommitted prospects BYU has offered, who he is high on in the class of 2027. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
BYU insider Mitch Harper BYU analyst Mark Durrant
BYU basketball analyst Mark Durrant
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
Ben Criddle and Brett Hammer break down Robert Wright III's decision to enter the transfer portal, the status of BYU Basketball's roster, the latest BYU Football news, and more! The guys also welcome Jay Drew, Brady Poppinga, Jared Bledose, and Austin Leausa to the program.
Ben Criddle and Brett Hammer break down Robert Wright III's decision to enter the transfer portal, the status of BYU Basketball's roster, the latest BYU Football news, and more! The guys also welcome Jay Drew, Brady Poppinga, Jared Bledose, and Austin Leausa to the program.
Ben Criddle and Brett Hammer break down Robert Wright III's decision to enter the transfer portal, the status of BYU Basketball's roster, the latest BYU Football news, and more! The guys also welcome Jay Drew, Brady Poppinga, Jared Bledose, and Austin Leausa to the program.