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Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

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Kevin Young
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Bear Bachmeier
NBA Draft
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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-Hosts: (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-Hosts: (ronthe3manweav)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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

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

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

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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

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

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

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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

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Recent Guests

Moose Bingham
Former on-campus recruiting coordinator for BYU; President of PrepWarm; Utah Preps Podcast host
PrepWarm, Utah Preps Podcast
Episode: 7-17-26 - Moose Bingham - Host of UPP - What impact can Uhila Wolfgramm & Blake Wong have as true freshmen?
Kyle Nabrotsky
BYU offensive line recruit, 2027 class
BYU football
Episode: 7-17-26 - Hour 3 - Can athletes still play both offense and defense in CFB?
Kyle Nabrotzky
BYU offensive line recruit, 2027 class
BYU football
Episode: 7-17-26 - Kyle Nabrotzky - 3 ⭐️OL Brentwood, OT, BYU FB commit - Why did Kyle choose BYU over Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt?
Kyle Nabrowsky
Three-star offensive tackle, Brentwood, Tennessee; BYU commit
BYU Football Recruiting
Episode: 7-17-26 - Hour 1 - Have the expectations for BYU Football ever been higher?
Peyton Higginson
Three-star wide receiver safety, Salem Hills
BYU Football Recruiting
Episode: 7-17-26 - Hour 1 - Have the expectations for BYU Football ever been higher?
Casey Lenglis
BYU sports analyst
BYU Sports Illustrated
Episode: 7-16-26 - Hour 3 - Why isn't Cade Uluave on Brett McMurphy's Top 10 impactful transfer this season?
Jason Bataccio
Sports writer for the Salt Lake Tribune (BYU/U Utah coverage)
Salt Lake Tribune
Episode: 7-16-26 - Hour 2 - What would it mean for the BYU football to make the CFP this season?
Jason Batacao
Salt Lake Tribune reporter covering BYU and Utah
Salt Lake Tribune
Episode: 7-16-26 - Jason Batacao - Salt Lake Tribune - What would a successful first season look like under Morgan Scalley?
Zach Selyas
Former BYU great, international basketball player
BYU Athletics
Episode: 7-1-26 - Hour 3 - Which school do you think Uhila Wolfgramm will commit to tomorrow: BYU or Oklahoma?

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 451 ratings
  • Sold yourselves out

    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 and you continue to do the same. Disappointing, guess everyone can be bought

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tx1820
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States2 months 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 States3 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

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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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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

7-17-26 - Kyle Nabrotzky - 3 ⭐️OL Brentwood, OT, BYU FB commit - Why did Kyle choose BYU over Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt?
Q: What was the pitch that helped close the deal with BYU?
Coach Woods emphasized that Kyle would be around great teammates and that the strength of the program comes from the people and culture, not just the coaches, which resonated with him.
7-17-26 - Kyle Nabrotzky - 3 ⭐️OL Brentwood, OT, BYU FB commit - Why did Kyle choose BYU over Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt?
Q: What stood out about BYU? Why did you choose the Cougs?
Kyle points to BYU's culture, the focus on player development, and the sense of support from teammates as pivotal, along with the presence of return missionaries and a values-aligned environment.
7-16-26 - Casey Lundquist - BYU on SI.com - What are the biggest questions BYU must answer during fall camp?
Q: What are BYU's biggest questions as fall camp approaches?
The main questions revolve around who emerges as top receivers to support Bear Bachmeier, whether the defense can generate a reliable pass rush without blitzing, and how the five-for-five rule plus mission-related turnover will shape the roster and development of young players.
7-17-26 - Hour 3 - Can athletes still play both offense and defense in CFB?
Q: What about BYU's locker room culture stood out compared to other programs?
Kyle noted BYU's contrast with programs where practices were volatile; BYU's cohesive, confident teammate environment stood out as a key differentiator.
7-17-26 - Hour 3 - Can athletes still play both offense and defense in CFB?
Q: How do you plan to manage a potential mission while pursuing football at BYU?
Peyton described a practical plan to stay in shape, with a mission president's guidance, and emphasized that two years away could actually enhance his development and readiness.

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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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