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Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

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BYU Football
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Kevin Young
Fall Camp
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Gary Bohannon
NIL
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Jake Retzlaff
Ollie Gordon
Mental Performance Coaching
Zach Wilson
BYU Basketball
Transfer Portal
Camp Kalani
Aaron Torres Podcast
West Virginia Mountaineers
Arizona Wildcats

Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) keeps you up-to-date on all things BYU Sports. We not only cover football & basketball, but we dive into recruiting, baseball, soccer, and more. For insight that you can't get anywhere else, tune into 960 AM or 94.5 FM Monday-Friday from 3-7 PM MST. Follow us on social media @espn960sports & interact with us using #ESPN960.

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Brandon Dunson
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Justin Enna
Linebackers coach for BYU football
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Episode: 12-12-25 - Hour 3 - How well did the BYU linebackers perform this season?
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Host

Ben Criddle
Host of Cougar Sports, providing detailed updates and insightful commentary on BYU athletics, particularly football and basketball.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 440 ratings
  • Strong guest lineups make the show

    While I will be clicking the delete, off, or fast forward buttons during any future Kevin Reynolds appearances, Criddle’s show remains a great way to get one’s daily dose of BYU sports.

    Guest commentators have increasingly consisted of his sponsors of late for whatever reason. Having noted that, the show still secures an interesting lineup of player interviews and commentary from former players and media personalities with current and/compelling takes re: BYU sports. The practice reports and d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Let’s Go Cougs
    United States4 months ago
  • My review after many years of listening

    Love Ben. My wife listens too and tells me “He’s making up words!” I tell her no those are real words LOL. I love his enthusiasm and his pontification as he ideates on my favorite passion. He makes the long summers more tolerable. I never miss a podcast. I love Gurney. He’s my favorite “Scooby doo” impersonator. He has such insightful and excellent takes. And “Ronald the Three Man Weaver” such a talent for such a young man that jumps right in and fills in with eloquence. Finally the guest are ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TherealEdither
    United States5 months ago
  • Awesome Show

    Ben really knows his stuff and always has great guests and co-hosts. I really like ronald too. Lots of great content every weekday so I always have something to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonnyh22
    United States7 months ago
  • Best BYU podcast around!!

    I gotta start out saying that this is my favorite BYU podcast. Between all the interviews Ben does and all the first-hand knowledge he has, it's very entertaining and informative. With that being said, there is a massive drop off when Ben is absent. Nothing against Ron personally but he has the tendency to talk over his co hosts constantly when he is running the show. He will say the exact thing they do at the same time as if to take credit for what they are saying. I think he struggles a bit bu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BYU junkie
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Show

    Great show about BYU sports. Very in depth insight and lots of great guests join the show. Faith, Family, Football! I only wish they uploaded the episodes quicker after they air live!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ColbyD04
    United States8 months ago

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

There are mixed feelings regarding the quality of commentary when primary hosts are absent, with some expressing a desire for improved consistency.
The dynamic between hosts and guests is often highlighted as a strong point, delivering valuable insights in an entertaining format.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of BYU sports and the engaging discussions surrounding team performance and recruitment strategies.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

12-18-25 - David Nixon - Former BYU LB - Where does David think BYU Football needs to upgrade most this offseason?
Q: What does BYU need to do in the off season to close that gap as a program?
Nixon emphasizes the need for BYU to execute better in the trenches and improve overall execution, especially considering the quarterback's performance under pressure.
12-19-25 - Hour 1 - Has the new college football landscape been a net positive or negative for BYU football?
Q: How important are these practices as you carry momentum into spring ball?
Bear mentioned that these practices are really important for the game.
12-19-25 - Hour 1 - Has the new college football landscape been a net positive or negative for BYU football?
Q: What percentage are you at health-wise?
Bear Bachmeier responded that he is feeling good and getting there.
12-19-25 - Braiden Day - CEO Odion Menswear - What would a 12th win mean for BYU Football?
Q: Do you have an all-time favorite transfer portal player that came to BYU?
If I had to pick one, it would probably be Bear, just because of the upside.
12-19-25 - Braiden Day - CEO Odion Menswear - What would a 12th win mean for BYU Football?
Q: What do you think BYU needs in the portal this offseason?
I think we need to go after a running back and bolster the defensive line.

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4. Dick Harmon
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