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Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

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BYU Football
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BYU
Kevin Young
Fall Camp
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Gary Bohannon
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Jake Retzlaff
Ollie Gordon
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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 103.9/ 98.3 FM. Monday-Friday from 2-6 PM MST. Follow us on social media @espnthefan & interact with us using #ESPNTheFan.

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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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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 441 ratings
  • Ben - Certified Ball Knower

    I love Ben’s enthusiasm for BYU sports. He has passion for his team but also does a good job taking a realistic approach to his analysis. I also love the quality of former and current BYU greats he has on his show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spencermonroe13
    United Statesa month ago
  • Content is fine. Audio is terrible.

    Dumb intro music twice as loud as Ben. Ads are the same. Just fix the audio, not that hard.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    spspspspspspspsspsps
    United States3 months ago
  • 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 States6 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 States7 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 States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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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Talking Points

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2-4-26 - Kalani Sitake - Head Coach, BYU Football - Why does Kalani stress staying hungry heading into the 2026 season?
Q: What percent of true freshmen do you feel can come in and make an immediate impact at BYU?
Sitake believes that all freshmen can make an immediate impact, especially those who enroll mid-year and can train well prior to the season.
2-4-26 - Kalani Sitake - Head Coach, BYU Football - Why does Kalani stress staying hungry heading into the 2026 season?
Q: What is it that you're telling them when you're talking with your coaching staff about recruiting?
Sitake emphasizes finding young men who align with the mission of BYU and its values, indicating that if they are only focused on football, it may not be the right fit.
2-5-26 - Casey Lundquist - BYUSI.com - Why does Casey believe Walker Lyons will be a the impactful transfer this season?
Q: Who is the best transfer that BYU has added?
Casey believes Walker Lyons has the potential to impact the offense akin to Carson Ryan, while Cade Uluwabe is a strong addition as a pass rusher.
2-5-26 - Casey Lundquist - BYUSI.com - Why does Casey believe Walker Lyons will be a the impactful transfer this season?
Q: What's the prediction depth chart at running back?
Casey discusses various players, noting that LJ Martin is expected to start and the competition for backup positions among several promising freshmen.
2-6-26 - Hour 2 - How does BYU feel about their 2026 signing class?
Q: What does K Uluabe bring and how excited are you guys just to get him from Cal out of the transfer portal?
He was the number one linebacker from the transfer portal, so there's no doubt in my mind he's going to be a huge contributor in the linebacker room.

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