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BYU Sports Nation

BYUradio
BYU
BYU Football
BYU Basketball
Big 12 Conference
Big 12
BYU Men's Basketball
NCAA Tournament
Texas Tech
AJ Dybantsa
Notre Dame
BYU Cougars
Transfer Portal
AJ Debonsa
Bear Bachmeier
Richie Saunders
NBA Draft
College Football Playoff
NCAA Basketball
LJ Martin
Kevin Young

Rise and shout, the Cougars are out! Join hosts Jarom Jordan and Spencer Linton every weekday as they give you an exclusive look at the athletes that wear the White and Blue. You’ll get in-depth play analysis, athlete interviews, and gripping commentary on all things BYU Football, Basketball, and beyond. Join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@BYUSportsNation).

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Join hosts Jarom Jordan and Spencer Linton every weekday as they give you an exclusive look at BYU Football, Basketball, and more. You’ll get in-depth play analysis, athlete interviews, and gripping commentary on all things BYU Athletics.

BYU football's on a bye, so we break down the games that matter most. Berry Tramel previews a loaded Big 12 slate and the new CFP strength-of-conference metric. Plus, Alex Glover Jemison previews tonight's top 25 BYU-Baylor volleyball on FS1.

BYU is 3-0 and No. 9 in the country. Jarom and Dave play Hot Take or Not on the Cougars' hot start, CBS Sports' Shehan Jeyarajah breaks down the Big 12 race, and BYU Volleyball's Kate Prior and Grace Fredrick preview a top-25 clash with Baylor.

BYU Sports Nation breaks down BYU’s No. 9 AP ranking, CFP hopes and upcoming Notre Dame matchup. Cam Mellor joins to discuss the Cougars’ 3-0 start, Big 12 standing and NFL prospects, while Spencer reveals his Week 4 Big 12 Power Rankings. 00:00:00 -... more

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Recent Guests

Berry Tramel
Columnist for the Tulsa World, Big 12 expert
Tulsa World
Episode: Bye Week Breakdown: Big 12 Games That Matter & BYU vs Baylor Volleyball
Alex Glover Jemison
BYU Women's Volleyball analyst and FS1 commentator
BYU, FS1
Episode: Bye Week Breakdown: Big 12 Games That Matter & BYU vs Baylor Volleyball
Shehan Jeyarajah
CBS Sports insider
CBS Sports
Episode: BYU Football Hot Takes... Plus CBS Sports Insider Breaks Down the Big 12
Kate Prior
BYU Women's Volleyball player
BYU Women's Volleyball
Episode: BYU Football Hot Takes... Plus CBS Sports Insider Breaks Down the Big 12
Grace Fredrick
BYU Women's Volleyball setter
BYU Women's Volleyball
Episode: BYU Football Hot Takes... Plus CBS Sports Insider Breaks Down the Big 12
Patrick Mutumbo
New BYU men's basketball assistant coach
BYU Basketball
Episode: Bye Week Breakdown: Football, Hoops & Rankings
David Nixon
BYU TV football analyst and NFL veteran
BYU TV
Episode: Best of BYU Sports Nation - Week Sept 14 - Sept 18
Adam Brenneman
Analyst in the CBS broadcast booth for the CSU vs BYU game
CBS Sports
Episode: BYU vs CSU: What's Good Enough?
Adam Redeman
CBS Sports analyst referenced as joining to discuss the game
CBS Sports
Episode: BYU vs CSU: What's Good Enough?

Hosts

Jarom Jordan
Host of BYU Sports Nation, BYU Athletics broadcaster
Spencer Linton
Co-host on BYU Sports Nation

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 628 ratings
  • The OG for a reason

    The best show out there. It's been cool to see the productiom value increase through the years. Jarom and Spencer are great as well as any fill in hosts. Matich Mondays need to go. Dude isn't even a coug anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D'Angelo Lamar
    United States15 days ago
  • No insights!

    I was curious to get some interesting commentary on what’s been going on with Sitake and Santiago after the restructuring. These guys said it’s not their job to speculate on what might be and they can only go off what’s in the story. So I guess if we read the story there’s no reason to listen to them? Typically I listen to podcast for opinions!

    I think the real issue is that because they’re homers, they can’t/dont want to get into anything controversial about the school… but not talking auth... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    UCmetromind
    United Statesa month ago
  • wow

    great chemistry on air. LOVE IT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jayderbug23
    United States2 months ago
  • Awesome!!

    Jarom and Spencer always put on a great show! I love listening to them especially during the summer when the BYU sports news is slow and i feel bored!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    twillis1979
    United States6 months ago
  • Retzlaff

    I was surprised to hear such praise for Jake Retzlaff when he returned for pro day. At the very least the guy let down an entire team & embarrassed the university by violating the school’s honor code. At worst, he let down an entire team, embarrassed the university & brutally assaulted & raped a girl. Either way, I’m not sure why BYU and the hosts of this podcast would speak so highly & be so happy to have a guy like him return.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sjeckers
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans value in-depth BYU football and basketball insight with accessible banter.
Some reviews call for tighter pacing or editing, but overall positivity.
Listeners appreciate the two-host dynamic and strong guest lineups.
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Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#14
United States/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#92
Germany/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#51
Philippines/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#54
Sweden/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#75
Norway/News/Sports News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BYU Sports Nation: CFP Hopes, Notre Dame & Big 12 Power Rankings
Q: How could a BYU win or loss against Notre Dame affect their ranking?
A win could push BYU into the top five or even third, depending on Notre Dame's ranking, while a loss could still leave them in contention if the team's overall resume and other results hold up.
BYU Sports Nation: CFP Hopes, Notre Dame & Big 12 Power Rankings
Q: What does BYU's early top-10 AP ranking mean for their playoff chances?
It provides a head start and pole position, allowing a margin for error; they can slip up once and still be in the mix, especially if Notre Dame remains strong and the rest of the schedule holds.
BYU Runs Past Colorado State and Into the Top 10
Q: Was BYU's win over Colorado State good enough?
The hosts, along with Matich, argued that yes, the win was good enough as BYU moved to 3-0 and into the Top 10, with a strong first half, a dominant run game, and a healthy balance of run and pass that should satisfy playoff considerations, while acknowledging room for growth in the fourth quarter.
BYU vs. Arizona: Revenge, Rivalry & Ready for the Big 12 Opener
Q: How much are you buying into the revenge angle from Arizona?
Arizona players are emphatic about revenge, but BYU coaches and players stress treating every game with the same level of focus and intensity, citing the challenge of facing a good team on the road.
BYU Sports Nation: No. 11 BYU Heads to Colorado State + Preston Rex Joins the Show
Q: What's the biggest takeaway from BYU's early-season performance so far?
The hosts converge on the idea that BYU's early success and top-11 ranking create both opportunities and nerves, depending on how they navigate the rest of the season and competition. The quarterback play, especially Bear Bachmeier, and the stability of the running game with Rex and LJ Martin are central to answering that question.

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A weekday sports show delivering fast-paced BYU athletics coverage, in-depth analysis, and athlete interviews across football, basketball, and beyond. It blends game prep, depth charts, fall camp takeaways, and season outlooks with guest perspectives from coaches, players, and analysts. Notable strengths include a conversational banter between two longtime hosts, strong guest lineups tied to BYU programs, and a focus on both on-field performance and program context, making it useful for fans, marketers, and sponsors tracking BYU's trajectory into the Big 12 era and related athletics storytelling.

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Recent guests on BYU Sports Nation include:

1. Berry Tramel
2. Alex Glover Jemison
3. Shehan Jeyarajah
4. Kate Prior
5. Grace Fredrick
6. Patrick Mutumbo
7. David Nixon
8. Adam Brenneman

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