Podcast appearances and mentions of Kalani Sitake

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comSUBSCRIBER EPISODE: Godfrey joins Richard and Alex for a discussion of the major coaching moves that went down on Conference Championship Weekend, led by Penn State's hire of Matt Campbell and all of the associated fallout:* Penn State's coaching search got VERY messy. It ended with a solid hire. Was this bad process, and if so, how much does that matter going forward?* A digression about Kalani Sitake sticking with BYU* Iowa State backfills with Jimmy Rogers, leaving Wazzu high and dry* The interesting experiment that will be Tosh Lupoi at Cal* Why Mark Stoops gave Kentucky a hand with his buyout timing* The winding journey of Oregon State hire JaMarcus Shephard* Jason Candle's departure for UConn is another blow for the MAC* The backfilling of a bunch of great G5 jobs, including some head-scratchers* Man, nobody wanted the UAB job* Brent Pry, Zach Arnett, and the objectively weird situation of fired head coaches joining up as coordinators at the schools that canned themProduced by Anthony Vito.Subscribe to hear the full episodeOur coach carousel episodes, including this one, go behind the $10 monthly paywall for subscribers. If you're looking for a mix of reporting and longer-form discussions about the coach movements that shape the sport, we'd love to have you. Everyone can listen to a free preview of this episode, of course.

Hour 1 Starting Lineup: CFP leaves BYU out | Notre Dame opts out of bowl BYU Vs. Georgia Tech Kalani Sitake presser Hour 2 Ute insider Steve Bartle Good, Bad & Ugly Hour 3 The Athletic CFB insider Stewart Mandel BYU insider Mitch Harper Final thoughts

Starting Lineup: CFP leaves BYU out | Notre Dame opts out of bowl BYU Vs. Georgia Tech Kalani Sitake presser

Pop-Tarts Bowl Kalani Sitake Football Media Availability

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke to the media after the Cougars' 34-7 loss to Texas Tech in the Big 12 Championship Game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. 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.

Mitch Harper and Kyle Ireland break down this year’s Big 12 Championship showdown between the Cougars and the Red Raiders. They dive into Kalani Sitake’s new contract extension at BYU, review the latest player-availability updates, and explore the magnitude of this matchup—plus where it ranks among the most meaningful games in BYU history. The guys also spotlight their players to watch and share their final score predictions for tomorrow’s title game.

PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders react to the news that Iowa State's Matt Campbell is the choice to become Penn State's permanent new football coach.The selection of Campbell, pending approval of Penn State's Board of Trustees, caps a chaotic 54-day coaching search headed up by Penn State AD Pat Kraft.Max and Bob discuss the search, how Kraft was able to quickly pivot after losing out on BYU's Kalani Sitake, and what 2026 could bring with Campbell running the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1 Starting Lineup: Biggest game in BYU football history? Next game the biggest if BYU wins BYU & TTU fans come together Hans Olsen, Coach Ron McBride & Alema Harrington Hour 2 Kalani Sitake setting BYU for the future Big 12 championship preview Kyle Whittingham future Scott Garrard, Coach Ron McBride & Alema Harrington Hour 3 BYU Vs. Texas Tech for CFP How will BYU handle 10am kick-off final thoughts

Hans Olsen, Coach Ron McBride & Alema Harrington Kalani Sitake setting BYU for the future Big 12 championship preview Kyle Whittingham future

Paul Catalina, 365 Sports Host and Creator of Paul Catalina's Top Five, breaks down the biggest keys to the Big 12 Championship rematch between BYU and Texas Tech — a game with playoff stakes, high emotion, and two teams that know each other extremely well. Paul explains how BYU can disrupt Baron Morton, why Texas Tech must start fast, and how Kalani Sitake's return to the sideline after a dramatic week could fuel the Cougars. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #byu #texastech #big12 #big12fb #top5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Casey's business partner and long time friend, Dave Jensen sits down at the MW3 conference with Kalani Sitake, head coach of the BYU Cougars football team. Kalani, reflects on his upbringing sharing stories from his early years, the impact of his multicultural background, and his experiences with legendary figures like BYU coach LaVell Edwards and Nike founder Phil Knight. He discusses how the relationships in his life have shaped his coaching philosophy, focusing on humility, empathy, and genuine connection. With powerful anecdotes of overcoming adversity, Kalani emphasizes the value of kindness and its profound impact on people's lives. Kalani shares his commitment to creating a positive environment where his players grow as athletes and individuals. He discusses his belief that true success is measured not just in victories but in the character and values instilled in those he mentors. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that shows how sports can transform lives and build stronger communities.00:00 | Welcome, MW3 setup & Kalani's intro00:06 | Dave introduces Kalani's journey & coaching career01:46 | What excites Kalani most about BYU football right now02:39 | Visiting Nike, meeting Phil Knight & LaVell Edwards stories03:21 | The voicemail from LaVell that changed a 1–3 season06:15 | Mission call, faith, and early mentoring from LaVell07:19 | Growing up Tongan: divorce, moving, and feeling broken10:11 | A BYU player's hug that “fixed” a nine-year-old kid12:09 | Kindness as a superpower & what really matters more than wins13:44 | Spotting people who are hurting & choosing to reach out15:16 | Family storytelling, heritage, and choosing happiness with little17:21 | Discovering the commandment that changed how he honored his parents18:41 | His father's last day of work & a quiet act of integrity22:06 | Meeting Timberley, raising kids, and the realities of coaching life23:11 | How Timberley prepped him for the BYU head coach interview25:33 | The line that sealed the BYU job (and who really wrote it)27:03 | Lessons from Kyle Whittingham & gratitude to Utah28:34 | Family, rivalry, legacy, and letting love lead29:42 | Closing challenge: use your strengths to lift the world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry on December 4, 2025. Big 12 Football Awards 2025 Utah Mammoth score SEVEN against Anaheim Would You Rather? #11 BYU vs #4 Texas Tech Utah Jazz at Brooklyn Nets + MORE

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Championship Week is here, and we're asking the important questions about all nine games on Friday and Saturday. Can BYU avenge an earlier loss to Texas Tech and rally behind their newly re-upped coach? Will Georgia snap a three-game losing streak against Alabama and earn a first round CFP bye? What's the formula for a five-loss Duke to worm its way into the playoff? How big is the gap between Ohio State and Indiana? With a playoff spot on the line, should we favor North Texas or Tulane? And James Madison is gonna try to score like 70 points, right? Plus, a look at the latest news as the coaching carousel continues to spin, with Will Stein taking the job at Kentucky, Collin Klein taking over at Kansas State, and Brian Hartline making the move to USF. And, naturally, Ty has a rant on Penn State's pursuit of Kalani Sitake and the state of Pat Kraft's coaching search. Finally, a look at the latest CFP rankings and the scenarios (and fuzzy math) that is most interesting heading into the final weekend. Timecodes:0:00 - Intro3:19 - Coaching Carousel News6:59 - CFP Rankings Debate39:23 - Big 12 Championship Preview48:24 - SEC Championship Preview56:25 - ACC Championship Preview1:01:22 - Big Ten Championship Preview1:10:26 - Mountain West Championship Preview1:12:49 - American Conference Championship Preview1:16:28 - Sun Belt Championship Preview1:17:53 - CUSA Championship Preview1:19:12 - MAC Championship Preview1:24:40 - Pat League Lightning RoundSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

BYU football is preparing for the Big 12 Championship with only one path to reaching the College Football Playoff: take down No. 4 Texas Tech. The bias from the Playoff Committee has been terrible. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper sounds off on the Committee as BYU gears up for one of the biggest games in program history. BYU head coach Kalani Sitake enters the Big 12 Championship Game with a brand new contract extension. Some closing thoughts on Sitake's extension and what it means for BYU going forward. Throwback Thursday: Looking back at BYU's history in Conference Championship Games. Then, finally, key storylines entering the No. 11 BYU vs. No. 4 Texas Tech Big 12 Championship Game matchup. 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.

BYU football signed 19 players on the opening day of the Early Signing Period for the 2026 recruiting class. Quarterback Ryder Lyons is the highest-rated recruit in the Kalani Sitake era. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the recruiting class, sharing his thoughts on BYU's class and the potential impact of the guys, and going through each player. 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.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Nick said Bills-Steelers was like Tecmo Bowl, run left and run right. Nick thinks the Ravens are going to win, but thinks the spread is too high. He is a big Aaron Rodgers fan, but Nick thinks Rodgers might be done. Penn State thought Kalani Sitake was "a done deal." Who will Penn State hire? Could they hire interim Terry Smith?

Penn State thought Kalani Sitake was "a done deal." Cory doesn't think it was a mistake to fire James Franklin, but the mistake was how the search has gone. Could Terry Smith be the coach?

Hour 1 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Big 12 Football Awards 2025 Utah Mammoth score SEVEN against Anaheim Would You Rather?

Hour 3 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Mitch Harper, BYU Cougars insider for KSL Sports NFL Blitz: Is it time for Mike Tomlin and the Steelers to part ways? Best and Worst of the Day

Mitch Harper, BYU Cougars insider for KSL Sports, joins the program to talk BYU head coach Kalani Sitake extending with the Cougars. Mitch also talks BYU signing day and looks ahead to the Texas Tech rematch in the Big 12 Championship Game.

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt reacts to the latest CFP Rankings going into Championship weekend. He breaks down why Notre Dame falling behind Alabama into the last at-large spot at #10 should make Irish fans very nervous. Klatt also explains why Texas looks boxed out of a potential spot despite the big win over A&M and why he believes Miami and Texas' head-to-head wins should be carrying more weight with the Committee. He then reveals why A&M's drop all the way to #7 is a huge deal for their hopes of making a run in the Playoff. Klatt then explains why this Playoff selection process is so subjective without defined criteria and gives his fixes for making the process better – including losing weekly reveals. He wraps the show by discussing the latest coaching moves including Kalani Sitake staying at BYU amid interest from Penn State before giving 3 names he believes the Nittany Lions will target now. 0:00-1:42 Intro1:43-4:28 Klatt's CFP ranking reaction4:29-10:11 Should Notre Dame be worried about getting left out on selection Sunday?10:12-14:22 Texas looks cooked in the CFP race14:23-15:52 Texas A&M drops to 7 behind Ole Miss15:53-20:28 Could the ACC be left out of the playoff entirely?20:29-34:00 What criteria should be valued the most by the playoff committee?34:01-37:27 Coaching news Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KLATT10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's coaching search became increasingly complicated when BYU's Kalani Sitake backed off plans to lead the Nittany Lions. With scrutiny rising on AD Pat Kraft, how did things get here and what comes next? Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comSUBSCRIBER EPISODE: Richard got hundreds of questions about this season of coach movement. In this solo episode, he distills a bunch of them and tells you about how to read a coaching search (and how to spot a bad search), Penn State's doomed pursuit of Kalani Sitake, the difference between Jon Sumrall and Billy Napier, how Auburn's search went from quiet to chaotic in a hurry, why Arkansas is indeed an upgrade from Memphis, a bit more on Lane Kiffin and the Playoff, and a big list of additional questions. Producer: Anthony VitoAlso, yes, Richard takes these questions from the car. Busy week! Subscribe to hear the full episodeOur coach carousel episodes, including this one, go behind the $10 monthly paywall for subscribers. If you're looking for a mix of reporting and longer-form discussions about the coach movements that shape the sport, we'd love to have you. Everyone can listen to a free preview of this episode, of course

The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings have been released, but the picture of who is going to make it in the final field is still unclear. A CFP first could happen this year with the potential of two Group of Five teams making the Playoff. This would mean the ACC champion would be left out. Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey discuss the scenario in which this could happen. They also discuss which bubble teams should be concerned and which bubble teams have a good shot at making the Playoff. Can Texas or Miami make their way into the field of 12? Is there a way Miami can jump Notre Dame? The guys dive into all of this and more from the latest rankings reveal.Then, they jump back on the coaching carousel. Kalani Sitake had been rumored as a top candidate for the Penn State job. This is no longer the case as he announced that he will be staying at BYU. Andy and Godfrey explain how this all occurred and what role the CEO of Crumbl played in this story. Then, they discuss where Penn State goes from here and who fits best for the role. The guys also look at some other jobs that have been filled as both Oregon coordinators are set to become head coaches. Oregon's defensive coordinator, Tosh Lupoi, returns to his alma mater to be the head coach at Cal. Oregon's offensive coordinator, Will Stein, is off to be the head coach for Kentucky. How will these new branches from the Dan Lanning tree grow at their new locations?Later, Andy and Godfrey dive into some recruiting news. The early national signing period begins on Wednesday and a shocking flip has already occurred. On Tuesday, it was announced that the top-ranked quarterback, Jared Curtis, is flipping from Georgia to Vanderbilt. The guys dive into this huge news and discuss what it means for Vanderbilt, Georgia and college football as a whole.Get ready for the postseason with College Football Enquirer. (1:43) - Could two Group of Five teams make the CFP?(6:22) - What teams on the bubble have a chance?(13:16) - Breaking down the latest CFP rankings(25:50) - Who should Penn State hire after Sitake miss?(49:04) - Is Dan Lanning starting a new coaching tree?(58:04) - Jared Curtis flips to Vanderbilt Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

In today's episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with Jay Paterno, former Penn State assistant coach, current member of the Penn State Board of Trustees, and son of the all-time winningest coach in NCAA football history, Joe Paterno. Jay has spent his entire life inside college football and just released his new book, Blitz, which pulls back the curtain on the pressures, politics, and realities shaping the sport today.Jimmy and Jay start with the one thing everyone in Utah has been talking about this week — Penn State's pursuit of BYU head coach Kalani Sitake. Jay shares what he was hearing behind the scenes, how seriously Penn State considered Kalani, and why it now looks like he is staying at BYU. From there, they dive into the changing landscape of college football: NIL, the transfer portal, player mental health, the explosion of sports gambling, and the lack of leadership at the top of the NCAA.Jay also opens up about growing up as Joe Paterno's son, what leadership looked like in his home, and how he has navigated criticism and controversy while trying to honor his father's legacy. If you care about college football, coaching, leadership, or how the game adapts in the next decade, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome to the show01:05 – Who Jay Paterno is and his new book “Blitz”03:40 – The Kalani Sitake situation and what Jay was hearing07:25 – How Penn State viewed Kalani as a candidate10:15 – Inside Penn State's coaching search13:00 – NIL, the transfer portal, and the new era of CFB16:45 – What Joe Paterno would think about today's game19:40 – Where the NCAA has failed22:30 – Mental health pressures on modern players25:20 – Gambling, prop bets, and what's coming28:40 – Fixing the calendar: signing day and transfers32:10 – How universities are risking their financial future35:55 – Growing up as Joe Paterno's son38:20 – Legacy, criticism, and honoring his father41:15 – What Jay hopes the future of the game looks like44:30 – Where to find Jay's book46:20 – Final thoughts and wrap-upJimmy's Instagram: https://instagram.com/mrjimmyrexJimmy's TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mrjimmyrexJimmy's YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mrjimmyrexSubscribe for more conversations with leaders in sports, business, and life.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

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Hour 1 Starting Lineup: Latest news and notes with Kalani Sitake Utah State needs a QB What You May Have Missed Hour 2 ESPN reporter Ian Fitzsimmons Good, Bad & Ugly Utah Mammoth struggling Hour 3 Utah Mammoth General Manager Bill Armstrong BYU closes in on deal with Kalani Sitake Final thoughts

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake signed a long-term contract extension with the Cougars. Sitake turned down the Penn State Nittany Lions to sign a new deal with his alma mater, a place he's been the head coach at since 2016. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the news and what it means for BYU football going forward. 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.

BYU football players, captains Chase Roberts and Tanner Wall, spoke to the media after the announcement that head coach Kalani Sitake signed a long-term contract extension. They spoke to the media on December 2, 2025, at the Student Athlete Building in Provo, Utah. 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.

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake and Athletic Director Brian Santiago held a press conference on December 2, 2025, at the Student Athlete Building in Provo, Utah, after Sitake officially signed his contract extension with BYU, turning down a job offer from Penn State. 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.

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with reporters over Zoom on the first day of the Early Signing Period for the class of 2026 on December 3, 2025. BYU signed 18 players in the class. 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.

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Paul Catalina and David Smoak are joined by Dave McCann, BYUtv Host and BYU Insider, for the most detailed and revealing breakdown yet of how close Kalani Sitake came to leaving BYU for Penn State — and how the Cougars pulled back their head coach at the very last possible moment. Dave explains the tense 48-hour window, the assistant coaches already looking at houses, the $100 million Penn State offer, the recruiting class on the verge of collapse, and why the agreement wasn't finalized until the night before National Signing Day. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #byu #big12 #kalanisitake #coachingcarousel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe and Hunter are joined by special guests throughout the episode as they react to the news that Kalani Sitake has signed an extension with BYU. What did the timeline look like, and was he ever close to leaving for Penn State? Also, a look at the game this Saturday vs. Texas Tech and what it means for BYU's playoff odds. That and more on the the latest episode of the Hype Train Podcast! ALL ABOARD!!

Memphis Football coaching search and one name we all 3 like (3:30), Lane Kiffin's opening presser at LSU made him more unlikable + Kalani Sitake, Penn State, and Jimmy Sexton (13:24) + Vanderbilt flips a 5-star QB Georgia commit (30:41) + Giannis deletes almost all of his IG posts mentioning the Bucks (34:35) + OKC, SGA, the Clippers disaster and why it should scare everyone (44:40) + Roser has his Week 13 NFL Notes (1:11:00) Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts/Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jacob StopcotteAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

On today's show Torres talks Kentucky landing Will Stein as its next head coach + big first days for Lane Kiffin at LSU and Ryan Silverfield at Arkansas. Plus, what to make of the Kalani Sitake/Penn State rumors?! Will Stein to Kentucky (2:00): Torres opens the show with Will Stein agreeing to be Kentucky next head coach - and explains why he is the PERFECT fit at the perfect time for the Wildcats. Lane Kiffin and Ryan Silverfield make big moves (31:00): From there, Torres discusses big first days on the job for Lane Kiffin and new Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield. How Kiffin crushed recruiting and staff moves on Day 1, plus why Silverfield showed some unexpected moxie flipping several big name players. What's going on at Penn State (1:09:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing a weird situation at Penn State - is BYU coach Kalani Sitake actually a candidate? Torres has his doubts. And if they miss, where do the Nittany Lions go from there?! Circa is the OFFICIAL hotel and gaming partner of the Aaron Torres Podcast: Check out their NEW sportsbook in Franklin, Kentucky or visit their Las Vegas property! Want to watch your favorite college football team or get tickets to ANY big game - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Also, thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that is taking over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)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 Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676