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Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker give their predictions for Utah State vs Fresno State.USU offense vs Fresno St defenseUSU defense vs Fresno St offenseScore Predictions.Mountain West weekend football schedule.

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker recap Utah State's win over Tulane in Charleston, South Carolina.Which players made the biggest impact for USU on Friday?Previewing Utah State vs Davidson.A look at scores and performances throughout the Mountain West.

The American Indian leader Wakara was among the most influential and feared men in the nineteenth-century American West. He and his pan-tribal cavalry of horse thieves and slave traders dominated the Old Spanish Trail, the region’s most important overland route. They widened the trail and expanded its watering holes, reshaping the environmental and geographical boundaries of the region. They also exacted tribute from travelers passing along the trail and assisted the trail’s explorers with their mapmaking projects—projects that shaped the political and cultural boundaries of the West. What’s more, as the West’s greatest horse thief and horse trader as well as the region’s most prolific trader in enslaved Indians, Wakara supplied Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo-American settlers from Santa Fe to San Bernardino with the labor and horsepower that fueled empire and settler colonial expansion as well as fueled great changes to the West’s environmental landscape.Today’s guest is Max Mueller, author of of Wakara’s America: The Life and Legacy of a Native Founder of the American West. We look at his complex and sometimes paradoxical story, revealing a man who both helped build the settler American West and defended Native sovereignty. Wakara was baptized a Mormon and allied with Mormon settlers against other Indians to seize large parts of modern-day Utah. Yet a pan-tribal uprising against the Mormons that now bears Wakara’s name stalled and even temporarily reversed colonial expansion. Through diplomacy and through violence, Wakara oversaw the establishment of settlements, built new trade routes, and helped create the boundaries that still define the region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Yards and Stripes, Price Atkinson and Steve Carney break down Navy's thrilling senior-day upset of No. 25 USF, highlighted by Eli Heidenreich becoming the Midshipmen's all-time receiving leader. They analyze Air Force's missed opportunities in a tough loss to UConn and preview emotional senior-day matchups as Army hosts Tulsa and Air Force welcomes New Mexico. The hosts also react to the 2024 Army–Navy uniform reveals, honor a fallen service member with the Travis Manion Foundation Honor Roll, and discuss key storylines across the American and Mountain West. With bowl eligibility, conference races, and Thanksgiving football approaching, this episode sets the stage for a dramatic stretch run.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

On this episode of 2 Minute Drill, Jacari and Jamari are deep in the Week 13 grind with a full slate of college football talk. They kick things off recapping a wild Week 12, breaking down:Oklahoma's statement win over Alabama, led by a nasty Brent Venables defense and a struggling Tide run gameTexas A&M's crazy comeback vs South Carolina, where Marcel Reed turns a nightmare first half into a legit Heisman-moment second halfUSF vs Navy, a sneaky shootout featuring Byron Brown's dual-threat performance and the headache that is defending the triple optionMemphis vs ECU, as the Pirates stay alive in the AAC race with a clutch late drive and a brutal collapse from MemphisIn Segment 2, they zoom out to the big-picture storylines:What James Franklin to Virginia Tech really means for the Hokies, ACC recruiting, and his legacyWhether Lane Kiffin should stay at Ole Miss or chase another big jobReactions to the latest College Football Playoff rankings, including Alabama's spot, Georgia heating up, and who actually controls their own destinyRapid-fire picks for conference champions across the AAC, ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, C-USA, MAC, Mountain West, Sun Belt, and SECFinally, in Segment 3, they make Week 13 predictions for:USC vs OregonMissouri vs OklahomaFlorida vs TennesseeBYU vs CincinnatiQuick-hitting, opinionated, and packed with playoff implications—this week's 2 Minute Drill is all about who's real, who's cooked, and who still has a path to December.

Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, discuses the latest CFP rankings and the biggest impact games of the weekend. Mountain West basketball has a lot of work to do. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final two weeks present a multitude of possibilities for the Mountain West football title game. Some big injuries for upcoming UNM football opponents. Fantasy Football Takes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth break down how player compensation is forcing coaches and programs to think like Billy Beane, analyzing roster construction through the lens of buying wins instead of just buying players.IU's Hot Start & The Omar Cooper ParallelThe guys open celebrating IU's 4-0 start under Darian DeVries while drawing parallels between miracle plays in football and basketball. Finding ways to win isn't just about spectacular moments—it's about putting yourself in position through smart aggregation of talent and data.• Omar Cooper's impossible catch as a "games of inches" lesson• IU rising in metrics by beating predictors• Conerway's passing, Wilkerson's elite shooting on display• Penn State fans still bewildered in grocery storesThe Moneyball Framework for College BasketballMike and Bob lay out how the classic "Moneyball" approach translates to today's NIL-driven college basketball landscape, where buying wins through buying points is the new reality.• The key quote: "Your goal shouldn't be to buy players. Your goal should be to buy wins."• One-seed teams need roughly 540+ point margin over opponents for the season• Box Plus Minus (BPM) as the "on-base percentage" of basketball• IU's last 500+ point variance seasons: 2013, 1993, 1992, 1990Finding Undervalued TalentThe hosts identify the statistical thresholds and player types that offer the best return on investment in the portal and recruiting landscape.• Players with 5.0+ BPM at mid-majors show "stickiness" when jumping to Power Five• Elite one-seed starters average 8.7 BPM (roughly Yogi Ferrell level or better)• 85% of one-seed starters have 6.0+ BPM• The "Lance Jones bump" - finding best player on mediocre team who can elevate• Target the Mountain West, A-10, and top mid-majors for 5+ BPM playersThe Money Problem: Who's Overpaying?Bob and Mike examine which programs are spending wisely versus which are trapped by their own wealth, using real scenarios to show how compensation complicates roster building.• Example: $3M five-star with 3.0 BPM vs. $1.7M A-10 POY with 6.8 BPM• The "hammer looking for nails" problem when you have too much money• Ohio State's Anthony Thompson situation: Overspend or necessary premium?• Why 50% of one-seed starters now come from the portal• BYU reportedly paying AJ Dybantsa $5-7M - only 3-5 schools can competeThe New Three-Dimensional RealityThe compensation era adds a third dimension to roster construction that constrains even wealthy programs and creates new strategic challenges.• Pre-NIL: Two-dimensional (program fit + player development)• Post-NIL: Three-dimensional (add budget constraints)• Top NIL programs creating their own pressure traps• Market correction concerns: "Is that guy still worth $7M after a 25% correction?"• Underground economy going public usually lowers prices—this did the oppositeComing up: A rivalry show with Everything College Basketball's Josh and Peyton Burton (UK and UL fans), plus an extended film room session with Tony Adragna and Brian Tonsoni breaking down DeVries' system.This episode brought to you by the Back Home Network and Homefield Apparel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

KC Smurthwaite sticks around to dive into college realignment, media rights for the Mountain West & Pac-12 and some background into merchandise orders for schools, hitting on why the UH bookstore doesn't have men's basketball stuff available. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

On UNLV-Hawaii eve, Ku & Kyle open the show from the cabana talking about the scenarios that the Mountain West put out on Wednesday for teams contending for a spot in the conference championship game. Dan Rush, the Vice President of Global Sports & Event Sales for MGM, sits down for the rest of the hour to discuss his job, sports tourism and the growth of UNLV football. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

College football Week 13 brings a massive Saturday slate with 19 games on the board, and we're breaking them all down with picks, odds, and matchup edges from the Big Ten, ACC, Big 12, AAC, Mountain West, and beyond. From Rutgers–Ohio State's name-your-score spot to Arizona State–Colorado and Utah State–Fresno State late at night, it's a full-day marathon of action.We cover:1:03 Rutgers vs Ohio State – OSU sleepwalk spot before Michigan, Rutgers offense live enough to cover3:11 Miami vs Virginia Tech – Hurricanes need style points, VT reeling despite Franklin hire5:17 Minnesota vs Northwestern – Turnovers, discipline, red-zone battles, bowl stakes for the Cats8:01 Kansas vs Iowa State – Motivation edge, finishing-drive mismatch, taking points in Ames11:30 Washington State vs James Madison – JMU dominance, Wazzu travel fatigue, playoff politics15:16 Baylor vs Arizona – Wildcats surging, Baylor defense collapsing, matchup nightmare18:36 South Florida vs UAB – UAB's defensive disaster, USF team-total angles, pace volatility21:52 Michigan State vs Iowa – Iowa offense awakening, MSU's defensive collapse, home domination spot25:22 Duke vs North Carolina – UNC's offensive issues, Duke's passing edge, turnover concerns28:52 East Carolina vs UTSA – Road-warrior ECU, UTSA home strength, finishing-drive questions32:50 Tulane vs Temple – KC Keeler chaos, Tulane's road issues, discipline mismatch37:08 Kansas State vs Utah – Utah's trench dominance, K-State identity crisis40:03 Michigan vs Maryland – Lookahead spot before OSU, Maryland collapse, defensive matchups44:31 Nebraska vs Penn State – Rayola injury fallout, PSU bowl motivation, run-game mismatch47:16 Illinois vs Wisconsin – Illini passing edge, Wisconsin's pass-defense problems50:18 Cal vs Stanford – JKS vs Stanford secondary, rivalry spot, Wilcox's defense53:23 North Texas vs Rice – UNT's elite efficiency, Rice's turnover issues, pace & scoring profile57:03 Arizona State vs Colorado – ASU chasing title shot, Colorado inconsistency, havoc mismatch1:01:55 Utah State vs Fresno State – Strength-on-strength, bowl stakes, turnover variance edgeWe dig into power ratings, last 4 weeks form, PPA margin, red-zone efficiency, projected stat spreads, and havoc rates to uncover mispriced numbers, then layer in travel spots, coaching changes, injuries, lookaheads, and November weather.

This week on Get Off My Pylon, Matt Zemek breaks down two of the biggest matchups of the season: USC at Oregon and BYU vs Cincinnati. He recaps USC's gritty comeback against Iowa, examines the surprising drop in high-scoring shootouts across college football, and explains why both the Trojans and Cougars must start fast in Week 13. The episode also covers Arizona's rise under Brent Brennan, Cincinnati's costly loss, and the Mountain West's ongoing struggles as realignment reshapes the landscape. With playoff hopes and conference title races on the line, this is a pivotal week for western programs and one that could redefine how the postseason picture unfolds.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Jason Walker gives his power rankings of the six teams in contention for the Mountain West championship game. And a review of the technically still possible (but very unlikely) way Utah State could make the title game. A look at who is part of the best-performing lineups for Utah State men's basketball so far this season. A quick breakdown of Utah State women's basketball's loss to Oregon State, including audio from the post-game interview with Aaliyah Gayles

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker continue to preview Utah State at Fresno State. Comments from Fresno coach Matt Entz, Utah State linebacker Bronson Olevao and Bryson Barnes. Post-practice interviews with Anthony Garcia and Ike Larsen. Mountain West men's basketball continues to under perform. Mountain West vs Pac-12 lawsuit will continue through 2027.

The Mountain West took another hit during non-conference play. What's on deck for Lobo basketball Thursday? So many scenarios are still in play for the MW football title game. Sanders time in Cleveland? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ramblers 11/18/2025: Listen as KCSU Sports Directors Adam Gross and John Vu with returning guests, Collegian Sports Editors Michael Hovey and Sophie Webb, and RMSM Sports legend Devin Imsirpasic, chat about the state of CSU sports!To keep things positive, our hosts make the executive decision to chat primarily about basketball and volleyball this episode; with our basketball team standing undefeated and Mountain West volleyball tournaments scheduled for next week, the future is looking bright for the Rams at the tail-end of an unfortunate football season.  Ramblers is live every Monday from 7-9 pm. Tune in to 90.5 FM, on our website at kcsufm.com, or on our KCSU app.

Hour 3 rolls on as Ku celebrates her Chicago Bears sitting alone in first place in the NFC North, ahead of Kyle's Green Bay Packers and the defending divisional champion Lions. We get back into the Hawaii football conversation, hearing from Hawaii QB Micah Alejado ahead of his return to the desert, where the southpaw signal caller spent the majority of his high school football career before heading back home to the islands for college. The hour finishes up bringing in Paul Brecht to make the case Alejado to become the youngest player to ever win the Mountain West Conference Offensive Player of the Year award & how the redshirt freshman can take firm hold of the award this weekend. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

Hour 2 opens with some banter as Ku previews some of the upcoming guests that will join Wake Up in the Den during the week in Las Vegas before giving Kyle the chance to discuss what his takeaways from last week's special session regarding UH athletics were. We move back into previewing Friday's matchup between the Rainbow Warriors and Rebels, hearing from UNLV HC Dan Mullen and his thoughts about getting a chance to join the storied rivalry between programs. The hour wraps up with Ku & Kyle going through some of the scenarios about the Mountain West standings that would help Hawaii clinch a spot in the championship game. You can catch the recording of this episode on our YouTube channel, Hawaii Sports Radio Network.

Week 13 weeknight college football picks and breakdowns for eight games, using power ratings, last 4 weeks form, and finishing-drives stats. Tuesday starts with Akron at Bowling Green, where Akron's recent surge and BGSU's red-zone issues make the Zips a live dog. UMass at Ohio turns into a question of how big is too big with a massive Bobcats spread against a completely broken Minutemen team.Also on Tuesday, Western Michigan at Northern Illinois features a Broncos defense that quietly grades as the best unit on the field, and Miami (OH) at Buffalo is all about Daquan Finn's status, turnover margins, and whether the Bulls' defense can squeeze an offense in transition.Wednesday brings Central Michigan at Kent State, with the Chips' run-heavy play-action attack facing a Golden Flashes squad that's quietly covering numbers in MAC play. Thursday we move to the Sun Belt with Louisiana at Arkansas State, where Jalen Raynor and the Red Wolves chase bowl eligibility behind a perfect home ATS mark.Friday closes it out with Florida State at NC State, a tricky spot where FSU's explosive offense meets a battered Wolfpack defense and a nasty road ATS history, and Hawaii at UNLV, a turnover-prone Rainbow Warriors passing attack up against a Rebels team fighting for a Mountain West title shot.

The Chargers got absolutely crushed by the Jaguars. The Rams barely hold on vs. the Seahawks despite 4 INT's from Sam Darnold. NFL Week 11 recap. SDSU is in 1st place in the Mountain West after beating Boise St.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of Hawaii Football Final, a Hawaii Sports 2Night production, aired Sunday on the KHON+ app.The University of Hawaii football team completed an idle weekend following the Rainbow Warriors' dominant 38-6 victory over San Diego State. The win moved Hawai‘i to 7-3 overall and 4-2 in the Mountain West, keeping the program in contention for the conference title with two games remaining in the regular season.KHON2 Sports Director Rob DeMello was joined by University of Hawai‘i associate head coach and linebackers coach Chris Brown to break down the season's momentum and preview Friday's nationally televised rivalry matchup at UNLV. Brown also fielded fan-submitted questions in the weekly “HFF Mailbox” segment.Despite enjoying a bye week and the energy surrounding Hawai‘i's signature win over the Aztecs, Brown emphasized that preparation remained the focus as the Rainbow Warriors look to capitalize on additional practice time ahead of the showdown with the Rebels, with both teams battling for positioning near the top of the Mountain West standings.Hawaii Football Final premieres every Sunday at 7 p.m. on the KHON+ app, available on Apple TV, Roku and Firestick. A rebroadcast airs Tuesdays at 9:30 p.m. on KHON2.

The Chargers got absolutely crushed by the Jaguars. The Rams barely hold on vs. the Seahawks despite 4 INT's from Sam Darnold. NFL Week 11 recap. SDSU is in 1st place in the Mountain West after beating Boise St.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With five teams 4-2 in Mountain West play, it's just about finding a way to win. How did the Lobos hold on against CSU? Who would you like to see step up offensively for Eric Olen's squad? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kanoa and Billy recount a full weekend of football as they talk about the Mountain West football scoreboard with football guru Rich Miano as the 'Bows prepare for a quick week for Friday's matchup against UNLV.The guys also talk about the NFL, which two-loss team are real, or if the Eagles and Chiefs are frauds.

Breaking down the double-header as Utah State men's basketball remained undefeated (4-0) after its defense stifled UTEP in a dominant 75-51 victory Saturday afternoon at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. Senior forward Garry Clark led the Aggies with his third double-double of the season, posting 20 points and 13 rebounds as USU forced 16 turnovers and held the Miners to just 37% shooting. Then Utah State football fell in double overtime at UNLV Saturday night, losing 29-26 after the Rebels scored a game-winning touchdown on their final possession. Quarterback Bryson Barnes led the Aggies with a dual-threat performance, recording 256 passing yards and 113 rushing yards, becoming one of just six Mountain West quarterbacks all-time with multiple 250-yard passing and 100-yard rushing games. The Aggies missed two potential game-winning field goals, including a 44-yarder in the final minute of regulation and a 41-yard attempt in the first overtime period. Hear reactions from both head coaches, players and fans. 

Cofield and his company open with a look at the Lady Rebels as Willie gives his thoughts on the national landscape, including UCLA's chances to win it all and the rise of USC's Jazzy Davidson. There is plenty of attention on the WNBA scouts who showed up this week and what that signals about the level of talent in the women's game. Cofield and his company are joined by Curtis Terry to examine the early struggles for the Runnin Rebels. The conversation focuses on the pressure the players are feeling, the defensive mistakes showing up on film, the easy drives to the rim, and whether UNLV can find ways to handle Memphis' size. Road questions, lineup decisions, and the mindset of the staff all come into play. NBA topics follow with thoughts on the Mavericks making a front-office change, the situation involving Anthony Davis, and why Steph Curry's move away from Under Armour is making news. Early Coach of the Year odds spark more league conversation, and the Spurs arena story adds a lighter moment. The show moves into the growing Mountain West and Pac-12 back-and-forth as both sides continue to trade verbal shots. More NFL talk fills the segment as Cofield and his company go through the weekend matchups and betting lines. Chuck Esposito joins to break down key NFL numbers and several major college games, including Georgia against Texas and USC against Iowa.

Boise State football plays at San Diego State on Saturday night - a monster game that will help decide the Mountain West championship, who do you trust most - offensive coordinator/play-caller Nate Potter or new starting QB Max Cutforth, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) with their game previews, Boise State basketball player RJ Keene on playing Montana State (and his younger brother Howie) on Saturday afternoon in ExtraMile Arena, our Six Pack of top college football games this season, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about one of the biggest Mountain West football games of the season - BSU at San Diego State on Saturday night. What are B.J.'s biggest storylines to watch? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football plays at San Diego State on Saturday night - a monster game that will help decide the Mountain West championship, who do you trust most - offensive coordinator/play-caller Nate Potter or new starting QB Max Cutforth, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) with their game previews, Boise State basketball player RJ Keene on playing Montana State (and his younger brother Howie) on Saturday afternoon in ExtraMile Arena, our Six Pack of top college football games this season, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about one of the biggest Mountain West football games of the season - BSU at San Diego State on Saturday night. What are B.J.'s biggest storylines to watch? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' football game at San Diego State. The winner takes control of the Mountain West race - and becomes the odds-on favorite to host the MW Championship Game in December. Bob's No. 1 key: Run, run, run the football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mountain West Insider Terrence Newman joins John Ramey to discuss Saturday's matchup vs. San Jose State...and a vision for the Mountain West of the near future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' football game at San Diego State. The winner takes control of the Mountain West race - and becomes the odds-on favorite to host the MW Championship Game in December. Bob's No. 1 key: Run, run, run the football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Kahala Friday and we're talking...pies? Which pie is actually really good, is it Pecan, Sweet Potato, Apple? Back on the sports topic, Billy and Gary get into a "fight" about the MLB MVP and Aaron Judge winning it over Cal Raleigh. But there's baseball to get to as Hawaii baseball head coach Rich Hill joins the show to talk about the team's recently released schedule and their trip to Japan. And, as they do every Friday, Brian McInnis from Spectrum News joins the show to talk about the local sports scene, and Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joins the show to talk about games this week, including a big Mountain West matchup that we know Hawaii is going to watch.

11-13-25 Looking ahead to the upcoming College Football weekend for the Mountain West

Jon Schaeffer, the voice of San Diego State football and men's basketball and a daily talk-show host (San Diego Sports 760), joins Prater and Mallory to break down the curiosities of the Aztecs' football team. San Diego State is good (first place in the Mountain West). San Diego State can be bad (recent loss at Hawaii). What's going to happen Saturday night?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker preview the men's basketball matchup between Utah State and Weber State, going over key players on the Wildcats to keep an eye on and giving their keys to the game. Hear from USU head coach Jerrod Calhoun from his press conference earlier this week. Eric and Jason also reviewed the scores from around the Mountain West in men's basketball in games played on Tuesday. Then a look at other games in the Mountain West to be played Wednesday.

A.J. Brown says he just wants to Eagles offense to be better and it's not about his numbers. What did Lobo football coach Jason Eck have to say about the future of the Mountain West? A must win game for the Packers? Which injuries do you need to watchout for? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Schaeffer, the voice of San Diego State football and men's basketball and a daily talk-show host (San Diego Sports 760), joins Prater and Mallory to break down the curiosities of the Aztecs' football team. San Diego State is good (first place in the Mountain West). San Diego State can be bad (recent loss at Hawaii). What's going to happen Saturday night?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ramblers 11/10/2025: Happy Dj-Athon!! Listen as KCSU Sports Directors Adam Gross and John Vu and returning guests, Collegian Sports Editors Michael Hovey and Sophie Webb, and RMSM Sports legend Devin Imsirpasic, to chat about the state of CSU sports and fundraise! Following a debilitating loss against UNLV leaving the Rams ineligible for a bowl placement during what has been a very pivotal season; the Ramblers speculate where the team will find itself once they enter the PAC-12 next year and make predictions for the remaining three games. On a brighter note, the men's basketball team finds itself 2-0 toward the beginning of their season, and women's volleyball stands at a healthy #2 in the Mountain West conference toward the tail end of their season.Ramblers is live every Monday from 7-9 pm. Tune in to 90.5 FM, on our website at kcsufm.com, or on our KCSU app.Donate for DJ-Athon

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker recap Utah State men's basketball's win against VCU on Friday. Scores from around the Mountain West in men's basketball and football. Big wins for local teams in high school football playoffs, including Green Canyon and Ridgeline. Utah Jazz face Minnesota again after facing them just last week.

Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen give their first thoughts on Utah State's upcoming matchup with UNLV. It's a big challenge for the Aggies' defense but there's also a big weakness for the Rebels on defense that USU could take advantage of. Also, trying to figure out the top of the standings of the Mountain West. All of the top teams seem to have beaten each other. How will it work out by the end of the season?

How does the conference respond after some tough week one losses on the hardwood? What does the final few weeks of football look like with SDSU/BSU 4-1 and multiple teams sitting on two conference losses? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mondays are for In The Circle, powered by SixFour3. We wrap up our trip around the Mountain West with a visit to San Diego State. The defending tournament champions feature a young but talented team heading into 2026. Head coach Stacey Nuveman Deniz shares her thoughts on the roster, the Mountain West landscape, and her busy summer with the AUSL. Afterwards, ELo and Victor finally share their thoughts on the D1Softball All-Quarter Century Team and the Top Power 4 Pitchers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The University of Hawai'i football team delivered one of its most complete performances of the season in a 38-6 rout of previously unbeaten Mountain West opponent San Diego State, a win that headlined the latest episode of Hawaii Football Final, a Hawaii Sports 2Night production.KHON2 Sports Director Rob DeMello, alongside analyst Rich Miano, a former University of Hawai'i player and coach and 11-year NFL veteran, broke down the victory on the weekly show, which streams Sundays at 7 p.m. on the KHON+ app (available on Apple TV, Roku and Firestick). A televised rebroadcast airs Tuesdays at 9:30 p.m. on KHON2, and an extended episode also drops Sundays at 7:30 p.m. on major podcast platforms, including Spotify.In rainy conditions at the Clarence T.C. Ching Complex, Hawai'i (7-3, 4-2 Mountain West) controlled all three phases of the game to keep its conference title hopes alive with two regular-season games remaining.Rainbow Warriors Receiver Jackson Harris continued his dominant run, extending his 100-yard receiving streak to five games with a 130-yard, three-touchdown first half. All three scores came from quarterback Micah Alejado, who finished with 256 passing yards, 130 of them to Harris.The Rainbow Warriors defense turned in its most disruptive performance of the year, piling up six tackles for loss and three sacks while forcing a season-high four turnovers. Defensive back Elijah Palmer provided the exclamation point with a pick-six.And on special teams, Cam Barfield went coast-to-coast, returning a kickoff for a touchdown, the program's first such score in five years.The episode also fielded fan questions in the weekly "HFF Mailbox" segment and looked ahead to what's next for Hawai'i as the Rainbow Warriors continue to push for a Mountain West championship berth.The full breakdown is available on Hawaii Football Final, airing weekly across KHON2 platforms.

The Mountain West is going to get really interesting over the final three weeks of the regular season. Three 8-2 teams atop the AFC, who had the biggest win this weekend? Will injuries be too much to overcome for these two NFC contenders? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fixing a Funk - how will Boise State football coach Spencer Danielson and basketball coach Leon Rice repair their programs coming off bad losses, Ashton Jeanty and JL Skinner with big plays Thursday night, Bryan Harsin, Kirby Moore, Eli Drinkwitz, Andy Avalos and Robb Akey - who has the best chance to land a new head coaching gig, BNN Report with B.J. - what's he looking for as Boise State hosts Utah Valley in basketball on Saturday afternoon, Bob (Bronco Focus) previews Boise State-Utah State for the Mountain West soccer championship Saturday night in Boise, our Six Pack of top college football games this weekend, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textA brand doesn't become real the day the website goes live—it becomes real the day someone beats it up on a mountain and still reaches for it the next morning. That's the heart of our conversation with Dust founder Zach Colby, who walked away from politics to build a running brand rooted in the Mountain West: trails, dirt, big days, and gear that doesn't need babysitting.We trace the idea back to Boulder, where Zach saw a clear gap. The urban-run-club look had its champions, but the West's mix of gravel, alpine, and singletrack culture felt underserved. Dust answers with simple, durable pieces that carry a Western soul—led by the mechanic shirt, a breathable button-down designed to race, ride, and recover. Zach breaks down the less glamorous side too: hunting for the right factory, negotiating MOQs, iterating fabric weights across time zones, and learning that a great sample is earned, not ordered.From there, we get into launch mechanics and marketing without the fluff. Boxes stacked in an apartment, a Shopify backend, word-of-mouth over ads, and photography that actually reflects how people move outside. We talk about the Dust Bus—a retired sheriff's van now turned rolling pop-up—and why in-person events, beer miles, and race weekends matter more than impressions. Zach also shares what's next: a women's line with a dedicated designer, tech-forward shorts and tights, and an interest in a lightweight, no-nonsense running belt that disappears on the run.If you care about trail running, niche outdoor brands, or the craft behind gear that holds up mile after mile, this one will hit. Tap play, then tell us what piece you wish more brands would build. And if you're vibing with the show, subscribe, share with a trail friend, and leave a quick review—it helps more runners find us.Follow Dust on IG -  @weardustShop the Dust Website - @weardustCheck out the Mechanic Shirt - Mechanic ShirtFollow James on IG - @jameslauriello Follow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_pod Use code steepstuffpod for 25% off your cart at UltimateDirection.com!

The annual In The Circle November to Remember stays in the Mountain West for today's episode, powered by SixFour3.First, we head to Reno to catch up with the reigning regular-season champion Nevada Wolf Pack. You'll hear from Head Coach Victoria Hayward on the changing landscape of the league and her thoughts on the MLB Playoffs — she has connections to both World Series teams, by the way.Afterward, we head east on Interstate 80 to Boise, where the Broncos are primed to make a push for the crown. Head Coach Justin Shults talks about his young but talented roster and why his team shouldn't be underestimated in 2026.Plus, the guys share the softball connections tied to this year's World Series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.