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Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

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BYU
BYU Cougars
Big 12
Utah Jazz
BYU Football
Transfer Portal
Big 12 Conference
AJ Dybantsa
BYU Basketball
Basketball
Brendan Sorsby
NIL
College Football Playoff
Texas Tech
College Football
Bear Bachmeier
Kevin Young
NFL Draft
NFL
Darren Peterson

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 Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)

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

Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/co... more

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

Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/co... more

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

Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/co... more

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Head Orthopedic Surgeon for BYU Athletics
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Andrew George
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Braden Decio
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Stuart Mandel
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Hosts

Ben Criddle
Host and central moderator with BYU sports focus; known for driving discussion and interview flow.
Ronald Coutrere
Co-host with BYU sports knowledge; part of Three Man Weaver segment and overall show dynamic.
Caleb Lyons
Co-host contributing to show discussions and broadcast segments.
Ron
Co-host appearing in Three Man Weaver segment; contributes to dynamic banter and discussion flow.
Brandon C. Gurney
Co-host and insider contributor referenced in sponsorship reads; provides BYU sports insight.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 449 ratings
  • Gambling ads now?

    Ben cmon. You’ve said several times in the past week how these gambling apps are predatory and how you don’t advertise with them, and then you do a DraftKings ad (that you read yourself) at the end of the Hour 2 episode on 6/10. Disappointing, guess everyone can be bought

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tx1820
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fan

    Ron….Please stop interrupting your co-hosts when they are talking, it is constantly happening and makes it so the listeners cant hear either one of you…

    Let them talk and stop talking over them, and keep the good info coming our way, thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    yofishsgdvdgxgxgb
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States6 months 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 States8 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 Statesa year ago

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Fans appreciate frequent, current BYU content and insightful guest discussions.
Listeners praise the strong BYU focus and depth of guest lineups.
Audio quality and occasional loud ads are common critique.

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Q: How could refiling affect Parker Kingston's football eligibility or enrollment decisions?
If refiled, restrictions could be imposed on the defendant, potentially impacting where he can enroll or play; the judge may consider staying within the state or altering participation while the case proceeds, which could influence school choices and athletic eligibility.
6-25-26 - Preston Handy - Handylawutah.com - How does the process to refill a case take place?
Q: What counts as a 'reasonable time' to refile and bring a case to trial?
There is no fixed deadline; courts weigh the defendant's right to a speedy trial against the victim's right to be heard and the prosecution's need to prepare, with factors including the victim's health, readiness, and overall case readiness guiding any decision to move forward.
6-25-26 - Preston Handy - Handylawutah.com - How does the process to refill a case take place?
Q: Give me a little bit more on the requisites for refiling, or when can things be refiled and why would they refile?
Refiling can occur after a dismissal without prejudice, when the prosecution establishes probable cause and believes they can pursue the case again; the timing is influenced by the victim's health and readiness to testify, plus the defendant's speedy-trial rights and overall strategic considerations.
6-26-26 - Brian Logan - Former BYU FB CB - What does the depth in the cornerback room look like?
Q: If Bear goes down, we all go down—how deep is BYU at quarterback support in this setup?
He notes that quarterback depth is tied to the overall rhythm of the offense and defense, with concern that backups may not be ready if the starter is unavailable, reinforcing the broader theme that depth across positions is crucial to sustain performance.
6-26-26 - Brian Logan - Former BYU FB CB - What does the depth in the cornerback room look like?
Q: Break down the secondary for me. What do you like? What do you dislike? Should Cougar Nation be concerned?
Logan expresses cautious optimism about the talent and athleticism but emphasizes that the main concern is how quickly the new defensive coaches' philosophy, terminology, and playbook will sink in for the younger corners, and how well the second- and third-string players can grow with game reps.

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A sports-focused show centered on BYU athletics and regional sports chatter, blending deep dives into BYU football and basketball with roster assessments, QB development, and Big 12 transitions. Episodes frequently feature expert guests—from BYU beat writers to quarterback trainers and college football analysts—to dissect Bear Bachmeier's progression, roster depth, and upcoming season prospects, while weaving in NBA draft talk and Jazz coverage. The format also leans into sponsor segments and local sports culture, offering a steady stream of analysis, insider perspectives, and behind-the-scenes context for BYU fans and Utah sports followers. A standout trait is the strong BYU emphasis paired with high guest variety, delivering both technica... more

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