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Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

KSL Podcasts
BYU
Big 12
Big 12 Conference
BYU Football
BYU Cougars
BYU Cougars Football
Brigham Young University
Notre Dame
Kevin Young
BYU Basketball
Kalani Sitake
College Football Playoff
Utah Tech
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football
AJ Dybantsa
Fall Camp
Bear Bachmeier
Lavell Edwards Stadium
Arizona
College Football

The voice of BYU fans resides here. Hosted by KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper and Nate Slack. Every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. (MT) on KSL NewsRadio.

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Mitch Harper and Nate Slack host a one-hour special edition of Cougar Sports Saturday to preview No. 9 BYU at No. 3 Utah.

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Join Mitch Harper and Nate Slack for extended pregame coverage of No. 8 BYU's showdown with Arizona State. The guys break down the Cougars' tough loss at UCF and discuss the adjustments they hope to see as BYU looks to bounce back.

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It's game day, and Mitch Harper and Nate Slack have you covered with a special extended pregame edition of Cougar Sports Saturday as No. 2 BYU prepares to take on UCF. The show features exclusive conversations with Matthias Leach, Zak Yamauchi, Brian... more

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Mitch Harper and Nate Slack are gearing up for a massive clash between two top-10 teams as No. 8 BYU prepares to take on No. 2 Notre Dame! Join the guys for a jam-packed, three-hour preview breaking down everything you need to know before kickoff. Mi... more

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Justin Ena
BYU special teams coordinator
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 31, 2026
Brad Denny
Arizona State insider and host of Speak of the Devils
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 31, 2026
Collin Chandler
BYU basketball guard who transferred from Kentucky
BYU
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 31, 2026
Matthias Leach
BYU defensive back and third-year cornerback
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Brian Santiago
BYU athletic director
BYU
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Chris Boyle
Daytona Beach News-Journal reporter covering UCF
Daytona Beach News-Journal
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Bruce Branch III
BYU freshman basketball player
BYU
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Tim Fanning
BYU basketball associate head coach
BYU
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Zak Yamauchi
BYU offensive lineman and Stanford transfer
BYU
Episode: FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026

Hosts

Mitch Harper
Host of Cougar Sports Saturday; BYU insider on KSL
Nate Slack
Co-host of Cougar Sports Saturday; BYU insider coverage

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Mitch is the Best in the State

    I listen to all the local sports radio stations and podcasts, Mitch and his show are top notch. I think he is the best out of Locked on, 960, 1280, 700, and others can’t miss listening. Go cougs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dallin Dalton
    United States4 years ago
  • Must listen for BYU fans

    Mitch and Matt always bring fantastic content with the latest news and trending topics with all things BYU athletics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KWill42
    United States4 years ago
  • Great BYU info!!!

    Mitchell bigballer Harper is the man!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ is the daddy mac
    United States5 years ago
  • BYU Juice Crew

    Best of the Best! Always bringing The Juice! A+

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyerex
    United States6 years ago
  • Cougs

    Big Mitchite!!! Go cougs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    83dss
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Praise for consistent coverage of roster moves and fall camp ahead of key season milestones.
Audience enjoys lighthearted banter and fan-centric segments that enrich the BYU community.
Listeners appreciate the host chemistry and deep BYU knowledge.
Some feedback notes ads and news updates interrupt flow for a few listeners.
Guests deliver practical, insider insights that feel authentic to BYU fans.

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FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 31, 2026
Q: What do you think of Arizona State's potential to spring and upset if they have to go with Jake Fetty, the true freshman?
Brad Denny says Arizona State would likely need to rely on its ground game, avoid asking too much of the young quarterback, and hope its offensive line can hold up.
FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 31, 2026
Q: What's it going to take for BYU to get that victory today?
Justin Ena discusses the roughing-the-kicker call, the kicker's progress, punting, return-game ball security, and the special teams unit's performance goals.
FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Q: What is your involvement now with football and what led to that change?
Brian Santiago says the university administration is taking a larger role, with Keith Vorkink overseeing football, while the athletic department continues working together toward the same goal of keeping the program successful.
FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 24, 2026
Q: Do you see BYU as being a national championship team contender?
Mitch Harper says BYU is a legitimate title contender, citing its performance against Notre Dame, Bear Bachmeier's record as quarterback and the prospect of key players returning. He believes the team still has room to improve.
FULL SHOW: Cougar Sports Saturday - October 17, 2026
Q: What are some things that stand out to you about Notre Dame's offense, and the challenges it poses for this defense?
Demario Warren describes Notre Dame as disciplined, versatile, and effective at avoiding third-and-long situations. He says BYU must execute on third downs, stop the run in the red zone, and stay mentally tough throughout the game.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cougar Sports Saturday

What is Cougar Sports Saturday about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced BYU-focused sports show that blends in-depth roster analysis, fall camp observations, and strategic questions about the upcoming season in a changed conference landscape. Alongside guest experts, the hosts dissect quarterback dynamics, receiver depth, defensive schemes, and roster moves, while keeping a fan-forward tone with light banter, personal anecdotes, and game-day nostalgia. Notable strengths include insider perspectives from BYU insiders, cross-sport coverage (basketball and football), and a balance between tactical football discussion and broader college athletics news, which makes it a strong hub for fans and potential sponsors looking to reach engaged BYU sports listeners.

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2. Brad Denny
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4. Matthias Leach
5. Brian Santiago
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7. Bruce Branch III
8. Tim Fanning

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