Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack call their shot, predicting the final score for BYU versus Utah Tech.

In three-and-out, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack each share a key stat to the game, players on each team to watch, and bold predictions for the Cougars' season opener.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss which players may be limited for BYU football due to injury/recovery in this afternoon's game against Utah Tech.

In this edition of Drafting the Y, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack each share their four favorite parts of the gameday experience at BYU football games.

Isaiah Glasker named to the "Herbie All-Defense Team"

BYU basketball hires assistant coach Patrick Mutombo ... former NBA champion coach with the Denver Nuggets

Game day is here, lets break down the BYU depth chart. We got 'AND's and 'OR's on the chart, we'll introduce you to new and returning players on this episode of Cougar Sports Saturday

 BYU Junior Wide Receiver Jojo Phillips talks with KSL about the upcoming season

Rod Zundel joins KSL to talk about bold predictions for this year's game against Utah Tech

We look at the past week in the Big12 and beyond. Who are our picks for Big12 champ? Listen to find out.

Nate had the chance to interview Nusi Taumoepeau, new transfer to BYU.

What things need to happen for you to view BYU v Utah Tech as a success?

IT'S THE 2026 OPENER

Biggest storylines / Things to watch
What things do you want to see from BYU vs an FCS team
Probably the last time a season opener comes in September

CFB Week 0!

While we don't have any BYU games this week, we have a lot to look forward to until September 5th, where BYU plays Utah Tech. We look at the games we have seen in the Big12, how BYU will shape up after Fall Camp 2026, changes in the BYU athletic department, and looking at the rising stars of BYU Football. 

Listen as Mitch and Nate talk about their bold takes of the year. Could a BYU player win Freshman of the Year? Will BYU CLEAN OUT Notre Dame? New uniforms? Will BYU host a Playoff Game? Listen as we look forward to the coming season.

BYU Plays Utah Tech, September 5; but Utah Tech plays tonight against FCS No. 1 Montana State ... are you that big of a football nut that you will be watching?

What are you thoughts on games between Power 4s and FCS teams?

Mitch and Nate duke it out, looking into the archives to see what season opener had the best BYU showing.

Mitch and Nate give their thoughts on :

Week Zero -- TCU/UNC (10-15 FINAL)

Thoughts on Monster/Big 12 patch

Big 12 makes rule for pro athletes to not come back to college

Jaxon Kohler latest

Mitch had the opportunity to interview new BYU Wide Receiver and transfer from Oregon, Kyler Kasper.

Listen in as Nate and Mitch talk about their picks for the top 10 best players on the BYU Football team as we enter the 2026 Football season.

Who are the players that improved their stock coming out of camp? Listen as Mitch and Nate give insights on the rising stars on the BYU Football team.

Fall Camp is a wrap! Game week is almost here. What did we learn from BYU football fall camp?

Brett McMurphy's quote from a "BYU SOURCE"

Brian Santiago no longer oversees BYU Football. He remains the Athletic Director. Is this the future of college sports or a sign of divide within BYU's Athletic Department? Listen as Mitch and Nate talk about the future of BYU Football and what this change means for the program.

WIth college football kicking off next Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share the storylines they find most intruiging and which teams they're looking forward to watching this season outside of BYU.

Mitch Harper caught up with the Cougars' offensive line coach TJ Woods after practice earlier this week. You can catch that full conversation here.

For this week's Drafting the Y segment, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack pick the best quarterbacks in the Kalani Sitake era.

BYU recently announced pregame, in-game and other gameday experiences Cougar fans can purchase for the 2026 season. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into what those all are here.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about the renovations BYU announced that are coming to Lavell Edwards Stadium in 2026 and 2027.

Mitch Harper caught up with BYU tight end coach Kevin Gilbride after practice earlier this week.

Earlier this week during media interviews, BYU defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga shared an opinion that sacks are the most overrated stat in football, and that 19 points per game allowed is all he really cares about. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about why they do or don't agree with K-Pop before giving their expectations for this year's defensive unit.

For the first time since 1985, BYU has cracked the preseason Top-15 in the AP Poll. Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss whether or not that ranking is too low, as well as what they believe the Big 12 needs to do in 2026 to deserve more respect nationally.

Following the commitment of Michigan State transfer Jaxon Kohler, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their proejcted starting five for the Cougars as the season is just a couple of months away.

FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - August 15, 2026

Final Thoughts Before Closing Out the Show

BYU, Utah or Utah State? Poll Shows Where College Football Fans Stand in Utah

BYU TE Roger Saleapaga Provides Update from Fall Camp

Drafting the Y: Items the Cougar Club should give/offer to donors 

Cougar Tracks: Mory Bamba Shines with the Jets & Kalani Sitake and Staff Visits Parker Kingston's Sister in Hospital

Reaction to  Commentary from Coaches and Players Following BYU football Fall Camp Scrimmage No. 1

Get to Know New Assistant BYU QB Coach Tyler Hughes

Reggie Frischknecht Live After the Scrimmage

AP Top 25 Comes Out on Monday: Where Will BYU Land

BYU vs. Everybody: The Narrative Driving Fall Camp Buzz

BYU hires Deputy AD Marc Hill from Kentucky

Addressing the Kalani Sitake / Brian Santiago Rumors

FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - August 8, 2026

Previewing BYU football with Matt Baiamonte of the BYU Sports Network

BYU football players in the NFL preseason

Drafting the Y: Best ways to speed up the final weeks before kickoff

Cougar Tales: Slovis Shines, Wall Joins Dolphins, Dybantsa's 2K Rating

Fesi Sitake talks BYU receivers on Week 1 of Fall Camp

BYU basketball officially signs Jakub Urbaniak

Will Bear Bachmeier have fewer rushing attempts in 2026?

BYU checks in at 15 in the preseason Coaches Poll

Is another round of conference realignment on the horizon?

What to expect from the BYU defense in Year 1 of defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga

BYU football opens up fall camp

Fall camp is almost here, and Mitch Harper and Nate Slack get you ready for the start of the 2026 BYU football season. The guys discuss the Cougars' biggest goals for fall camp, break down key personnel updates and position group rankings, and share insights from conversations with BYU coaches and players at the annual Media Golf Classic. Plus, they react to a major court ruling involving Class of 2022 athletes, discuss the arrest of linebacker Ephraim Asiata, catch up with linebackers Cade Uluave and offensive tackle Andrew Gentry, explore what's next for Taysom Hill, draft BYU's all-time fall camp superstars, and wrap up with the game day moments they're most looking forward to this season.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share the game day moments they're most excited to experience during the 2026 BYU football season, from pregame traditions and stadium atmosphere to the sights and sounds that make Saturdays in Provo special.

Mitch Harper had the chance to catch up with right tackle Andrew Gentry at the media golf classic earlier this week.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive deep into the archives for this week's Drafting the Y, as the guys select their all-time fall camp superstars of the past.

Taysom Hill's time in New Orleans has come to an end; what's next for the former BYU QB?

Mtich Harper and Nate Slack preview fall camp and rank BYU football's position groups. Get to know more about this year's football team.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack touch on some personnel notes as fall camp is set to begin next week, talking about players who are still banged up and when they could return to action.

Nate Slack had the chance to catch up with Cal transfer and senior linebacker Cade Uluave. Hear what he has to say about why he transferred to BYU, what he worked on over the offseason, and what he expects to accomplish this season.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down an off-the-field storyline surrounding BYU football.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down the class-wide preliminary injunction granted to Class of 2022 athletes, the NCAA's response, and what it means for the Cougars.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack recap the annual media golf outing, sharing insights and observations gathered from conversations with BYU coaches and players.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down what things they hope BYU accomplishes during Fall Camp.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on why Cosmo deserves a spot in the Mascot Hall of Fame. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss why this is the most anticipated season in BYU football history. 

Mitch Harper's interview with BYU Quarterback Bear Bachmeier 

For this weeks Drafting the Y segment, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack take turns drafting the greatest single game performances in BYU history. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss some interesting news stories surrounding BYU athletics over the past week. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss BYU football's new jersey sponsorship agreement with Lehi based company Entrata. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack react to BYU guard Rob Wright's jaw-dropping 101 point performance in a Powder Leage game/ 

Mitch Harper's full interview with BYU Athletic Director Brian Santiago. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss whether BYU basketball should pursue a player seeking an extra year of eligibility through a lawsuit against the NCAA. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss how BYU may not have the veteran-heavy roster it is used to going into 2026 

Nate Slack examines the biggest questions surrounding BYU football in 2026. 

Nate Slack breaks down why excitement around BYU football has reached a historic level. From roster upgrades and Big 12 momentum to the national perception of the program, the guys explore what’s fueling the hype and whether this season truly stands apart from any other in Cougar history.

In this week's edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU's strong showing at the 2026 Big 12 Media Days. They discuss the Cougars placing six players on the All-Big 12 First Team, Kalani Sitake's biggest takeaways, the latest injury and roster updates, and why there's so much excitement surrounding this year's team. Plus, they react to Brett Yormark and Brendan Sorsby's comments, the Big 12's new Monster Energy sponsorship, and Bear Bachmeier's media day appearance.

On the basketball side, AJ Dybantsa makes his NBA Summer League debut, BYU lands international guard Dovydas Buika, and coveted center Caleb Ourigou fuels speculation after sharing photos from his Provo visit. The show wraps up with another edition of Drafting the Y, where Mitch and Nate draft the greatest running backs in BYU football history.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack present a special "Best Of" edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, featuring top interviews from the past few weeks with BYU head coach Kalani Sitake, athletic director Brian Santiago, Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark, and new BYU football commit Blake Wong. They also revisit some of the show's best discussions, including the *College Football 27* video game, the NBA's attempt to manufacture an AJ Dybantsa–Darryn Peterson rivalry, and whether BYU should consider playing a football game outside the United States.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack deliver a packed Cougar Sports Saturday, reacting to AJ Dybantsa going No. 1 in the 2026 NBA Draft, the emerging rivalry with Darryn Peterson, and Richie Saunders heading to Memphis, while also breaking down BYU football’s recent recruiting misses, early 2027 commitments, and the Cougars’ strong placement in Phil Steele’s Top 40. They look ahead to year three under Kevin Young, discuss whether Bruce Branch III could extend BYU’s streak of top‑10 NBA picks, debate the NCAA’s proposed five‑year eligibility rule, draft their favorite BYU players for EA Sports College Football 27, analyze the game’s player ratings, and preview the biggest storylines entering Big 12 Media Days.

The Big 12 Conference held a league game in Ireland last year and is holding another league game in London this season. Is that an idea BYU should entertain if approached by the Big 12?

It's hard to believe, but Big 12 football Media Days are under the corner. What are the key storylines entering the two-day event? Also, did the lack of a preseason media poll give the bump in recognition that the league was hoping for?

The ratings for College Football 27 players is out. How do BYU players stack up?

With EA Sports College Football 27 coming out next week, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack drafted their favorite BYU football players to play in the history of the game. Do you agree with their selections?

The Cougars received a high ranking in the Preseason Top 40 from Phil Steele.

BYU basketball has produced top-10 picks in each of the past two NBA drafts. The Cougars join Duke as the only programs to do that since Kevin Young was hired. Could Bruce Branch III be the next in the line to keep the streak alive?