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Best of BYU Sports Nation - Week of July 6 - July 10

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Jake & Ben: Full Show | Mitch Harper talks BYU's Hype Heading into Season | Sly Sylvester Joins for an hour to Give Thoughts on Morgan Scalley & the Utes | Chandler Holts Recaps Darryn Peterson vs AJ Dybants

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:54 GMT

7-10-26 - Greg Wrubell - Voice of the Cougars - Who are the red zone threats for BYU FB in the WR and TE rooms?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:43:59 GMT

7-10-26 - Isaiah Glasker - BYU Football Linebacker - What goals does Isaiah want accomplished for his senior season?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:41:29 GMT

7-10-26 - Hour 3 - How many takeaways will the BYU defense have this season?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:39:29 GMT

7-10-26 - Jared Bledsoe - Former BYU WR - What are his takeaways from Big 12 Media Days?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:24:51 GMT

7-10-26 - Hour 2 - How good will BYU's offensive line be this next season?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:21:21 GMT

7-10-26 - Preston Handy - Handylawutah.com - Has the new eligibility rule sparked a multimillion-dollar legal battle?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:07:57 GMT

7-10-26 - Evan Johnson - BYU FB Cornerback - What does it mean to be selected to the 2026 Preseason All-Big 12 Team?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:04:25 GMT

7-10-26 - Hour 1 - What were takeaways from Big 12 Media Days?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:54:03 GMT

Mitch Harper: Can BYU Contend for the Big 12 Title?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:38:48 GMT

7-9-26 - Nicole Auerbach - NBC Sports Lead College Football Insider - What's the future of the Big 12 conference under Brett Yormark?

Broadway Media — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:35:54 GMT

Hour 2: Mitch Harper says It's an Important Year Upcoming for Bear Bachmeier | Who's Side do you take on this Donovan Mitchell Argument? Jake's or PK's? | Audio Vault: Remember when the City of Cleveland Made a Song for LeBron James?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:30:56 GMT

FULL SHOW | Don't overreact to Darryn Peterson's off night against AJ Dybantsa | Vincent Trochek excited for next chapter of career

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:18:21 GMT

HOUR 3 | Darry Peterson reacts to game against AJ Dybantsa | More thoughts on Peterson Vs. Dybantsa | Kalani Sitake Big 12 Media Day + MORE

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:34:04 GMT

Is 'Rat Poison' Threatening to DESTROY the Hard-Earned Edge of BYU Football? Kalani Sitake's Warning Must be Heeded | BYU is Big 12's Leading Brand Name | New Big Men on Market for BYU Basketball?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The BYU Cougars capture the spotlight as the presumptive Big 12 favorite, but can the program and its leaders avoid the pitfalls of early hype and truly ascend to perennial powerhouse status? The conversation focused on an informal coaches’ poll naming BYU as the top team in the Big 12, underscoring how Bear Bachmeier, the reigning Offensive Player of the Year, LJ Martin, and a seasoned lineup of upperclassmen have set the stage for high expectations. A key theme that emerged was the importance of resisting “rat poison”—the complacency that comes from widespread praise—echoing coaching legend Nick Saban’s adage. The discussion explored BYU’s desire to avoid resting on past success, with insights into Evan Johnson’s relentless work ethic and the overall locker room culture fostered by Kalani Sitake. Several points were raised, including whether the Cougars have the right mentality to translate recent 23-4 records into tangible postseason success, such as a Big 12 title or a College Football Playoff berth.

One concept discussed was BYU’s rise as a national and international brand, reaching beyond Texas Tech and other conference rivals. The discussion referenced Stewart Mandel’s assertion that BYU stands as the most recognizable brand in the Big 12, rooted in the program’s affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the legacy of the 1984 National Championship, Ty Detmer’s Heisman triumph, and quarterback legends from the LaVell Edwards era. The conversation highlighted BYU’s continued appeal to TV networks, recurring late-night national games, and strong booster support—crucial elements as the Cougars aim for the next level of national acclaim. Further, the discussion explored what it would take for BYU to become wholly undisputed in Big 12 branding, from winning a College Football Playoff game to capturing the first league title of the new era.

On the basketball front, the episode broke down a disruptive court ruling in Ohio granting 15 Division I players—including post players Caden Powell and Shawn Phillips Jr.—temporary eligibility and a surprise return to the transfer market. With BYU holding three open roster spots and an urgent need for a true center, the conversation analyzed the fit of both big men: Powell’s Big 12 experience and rebounding prowess, and Phillips’ SEC credentials as a shot-blocking rim protector. The urgency for Kevin Young to finalize his roster was emphasized, with attention to additional potential big men if further injunctions follow. What moves will BYU make before the clock runs out, and will this unprecedented free-agent wave turn the Cougars into a true hoops contender?

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Best of Big 12 Media Days Pt 1

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Jake & Ben: Full Show | Jake Was This Close to Missing His Flight Home from Media Days | Steve Bartle Recaps Utah's Storylines from Dallas | Hear the Highlights from Media Days

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:15:45 GMT

Hour 3

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:13:13 GMT

Texas Tech Turns Complete Heel & Threatens Leaving Big 12 While BYU Cougars' Baby Face Shines Bright | BIg 12 Squad

Jake Hatch, Drake Toll, Cody Campbell, Joey McGuire, Kalani Sitake — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Big 12 Media Days delivered fireworks as Texas Tech took center stage in a heated conference showdown. Brett Yormark’s pointed exchange with media personality Sean Dillon over claims of favoritism and patchwork league rules grabbed headlines, injecting fresh fuel into ongoing debates about realignment, Big 12 leadership, and the Red Raiders’ role in the league’s future. Can Texas Tech parlay its newfound swagger and financial backing into a seat at the SEC or Big Ten table, or is talk of a dramatic departure just posturing from frustrated fans?

Drake Toll leads the discussion with Parker Ainsworth, Jake Hatch, Cody Stovall, and more, breaking down Texas Tech’s evolution from Big 12 underdog to potential “heel turn” villain. Panelists question whether the Red Raiders’ perception of being slighted is justified or if it’s a result of championship droughts and shifting power dynamics. With key figures like Joey McGuire and Cody Campbell navigating public feuds and media speculation, the group examines whether internal leadership is quietly more stable than fan and social media narratives suggest, and what it would take for Texas Tech to make a true jump in stature that would warrant poaching by the major conferences—think the leap Clemson made over the last decade.

The podcast also zeroes in on the Big 12’s new sponsorship deal with Monster Energy, sparking hot debate over the value of the $1.25 million-per-school jersey patch. Is the conference underselling its brand, especially given Learfield’s estimates that some schools could pull in up to $12 million for jersey sponsorships? The hosts raise concerns about saturation, potential conflicts with existing sponsors like Pepsi, and whether the “mature startup” label Brett Yormark assigns to the Big 12 accurately reflects its trajectory and value. Listeners get insight into the broader significance of global brand exposure versus direct financial impact, and whether the Monster deal risks lowering the perceived value for future corporate partnerships.

The show rounds out with a look at upcoming federal legislation that might freeze conference alignments for revenue thresholds, potentially locking Texas Tech—and other restless programs—in place. Panelists highlight the mood at media days, NIL implications, and which programs are best positioned to capitalize on the Big 12’s evolving landscape, with special mention to West Virginia and the rising value of unique school traditions.

Don’t miss this energetic, candid deep dive into the Big 12’s biggest questions—are the Red Raiders destined for glory or spinning their wheels, and is the Monster deal a bold play or a bargain bin move? Tap in for sharp insights and behind-the-scenes scoop from the heart of college football’s most unpredictable conference.

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FULL SHOW | Darryn Peterson Vs. AJ Dybantsa in Vegas Summer League | Big 12 Media Day airport stories | Big 12 radio host Ari Temkin | Utah AD Mark Harlan | Media Day QB corner

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:27:30 GMT

HOUR 4 | BYU AD Brian Santiago media day | Spicy tea with Spurs TV broadcaster | Top 10 college football coaches + MORE

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:21:29 GMT

HOUR 3 | Utah AD Mark Harlan Big 12 Media day takeaways | QB corner with Bear Bachmeier & Devon Dampier | Vegas summer League opens up with Peterson Vs. Dybantsa + MORE

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:13:03 GMT

7-8-26 - Rich Clark - Executive Director of the College Football Playoff - What's the deadline to approve CFP expansion for next season?

Broadway Media — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:00:40 GMT

7-8-26 - Hour 4 - Why is the College Football Playoff committee open to expanding the playoff field to 16 or 24 teams?

Broadway Media — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:56:22 GMT