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Cougar Tracks - Daily BYU Cougars Football, Basketball Podcast

KSL Newsradio
BYU Cougars
BYU
BYU Football
BYU Basketball
Big 12
Texas Tech
Big 12 Conference
NCAA Tournament
AJ Dybantsa
Transfer Portal
NCAA Basketball
College Football Playoff
Kalani Sitake
Big 12 Championship
LJ Martin
BYU Cougars Football
Richie Saunders
UCF
Basketball
Cincinnati

Cougar Tracks gives you a daily insider look into BYU Cougars football and basketball.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper hosts the show. Harper has been covering BYU athletics for more than a decade. He brings you everything from the latest happenings in the BYU football and men's basketball programs, to the latest insight on the recruiting trail.

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College Football coaches have reportedly voiced their support for a 24-team College Football Playoff.

It's a radical idea, but it could work. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the potential for a 24-team Playoff.

An expan... more

BYU basketball announced a two-game series with in-state rival Utah State. It will be the first meeting between the two programs since 2021.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shares his thoughts on the rivalry returning and some memories of the B... more

BYU football picked up a commitment from New Jersey native Ryan Wooten Jr., a cornerback in the class of 2027.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the commitment and his reaction to this addition in BYU's 2027 class.

The spring footbal... more

We kick off the month of May with news around BYU basketball as AJ Dybantsa and Richie Saunders were invited to the NBA draft combine.

Everyone knew Dybantsa, the potential No. 1 pick, would go to the combine, but Saunders, coming off a season-endi... more

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Eric Hansen
Content creator, covers Notre Dame Athletics at Blue & Gold; On3 Network
Blue & Gold, On3 Network
Episode: AJ & Richie invited to combine | Notre Dame spring outlook | Predicting TV and kickoff times for BYU football games
JD Andress
TCU football analyst/insider, featured guest
TCU Horned Frogs—SI
Episode: BYU recruiting tidbits + Cade Uluave recaps spring practices
Kevin Lytle
Sports reporter for the Coloradoan covering Colorado State
Coloradoan
Episode: Could BYU emerge as Big 12 favorite after Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal? + Early look at BYU's top 2027 NFL Draft prospects
Jocelyn Allan
BYU cheer head coach
BYU
Episode: What we learned from the transfer portal window for BYU basketball + Isaiah Glasker interview
Isaiah Glasker
BYU linebacker
BYU
Episode: What we learned from the transfer portal window for BYU basketball + Isaiah Glasker interview
Devin Dixon
Host of The Drive on the Fan Sports Network
The Drive / Fan Sports Network
Episode: BYU NFL Draft preview: Older prospects are more common + Spring opponent tour kicks off with Utah Tech
Evan Johnson
Star cornerback for BYU, nicknamed Shmev
BYU
Episode: Portal movement as Tyler Betsey commits to BYU + Interview with CB Evan Johnson
Keanu Tanuvasa
BYU senior nose tackle/defensive lineman
BYU Football
Episode: Collin Chandler commits to BYU, who else could join? + Keanu Tanuvasa interview
Matt Baiamonte
BYU Sports Network studio host and play-by-play voice, former co-host
BYU Sports Network
Episode: BYU basketball portal activity continues to move + Hoops, Football talk with Matt Baiamonte

Host

Mitch Harper
BYU insider with extensive experience covering BYU athletics, offering insightful analysis on the football and basketball teams.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • Give it to you straight.

    Mitch is great at giving the daily BYU sports news. Doesn't mince words and adds great insight to the inner workings and goings on of BYU athletics. Love the daily format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scotty82w
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best in class

    I always looked forward to Mitch’s portions of the show he used to be on and to now have a show where it’s him 100% is awesome. Such a professional I can really nitpick a lot of other radio sports shows but nothing with Mitchell. Best local voice in the state.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndersGary
    United States6 months ago
  • Best BYU Pod

    My favorite BYU podcast. Mitch gets into the details which I love and he seems to always have a fair and level headed take

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jpobyu
    United States7 months ago
  • Go cougars

    Mitch’s cougar tracks podcast has become my favorite to listen to. He’s got good takes, good reporting on fall camp, post game analysis. Never really listened to him since I’m out of Utah but glad I found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ......rooster......
    United States7 months ago
  • I have been listening to Mitch's takes for BYU Sports on the radio etc. for many years, and he has always had great insight and answers many questions. This new podcast is very welcome and I've enjoyed every minute so far. Keep it up, Mitch! Go Cougs!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    VicJac8
    8 months ago

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Many find the content engaging and informative, specifically enjoying Mitch Harper's expertise.
Some criticism exists regarding the show's need for a co-host to enhance dynamics, highlighting a desire for varied conversation styles.
Audiences note that the daily format keeps them updated and involved with ongoing sports discussions.
Listeners appreciate the insider knowledge and detailed reporting on BYU sports.

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#209
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#174
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BYU recruiting tidbits + Cade Uluave recaps spring practices
Q: Who are some of the teammates you formed close bonds with, and how is the defensive leadership coming together?
Cade describes bonding with the linebackers, especially Isaiah Glassker, and notes established leaders like Keanu and others on the defense while acknowledging that leadership is still forming across positions as the new scheme takes hold.
BYU recruiting tidbits + Cade Uluave recaps spring practices
Q: What does the calendar look like for you between now and fall camp, and what are your offseason objectives?
Cade explains he'll split time between South Jordan and Provo, focusing on mastering the defense, staying in peak shape, and leveraging the break to get significantly bigger, faster, and smarter for the season, with an emphasis on leadership development and staying healthy.
BYU basketball revives rivalry with Utah State + Arizona State: Spring outlook
Q: What was the thinking behind renewing the BYU-Utah State non-conference series, and what does it add to BYU's schedule next season?
The renewal strengthens a historic in-state rivalry, increases the quality of the non-conference slate, and provides a meaningful test that could help seed BYU's path in a power conference context, especially with both programs showing strong recent performance.
AJ & Richie invited to combine | Notre Dame spring outlook | Predicting TV and kickoff times for BYU football games
Q: What do you think about BYU vs. Notre Dame in Provo and the fan turnout expectations?
Eric anticipates strong Notre Dame fan interest traveling to Provo, with BYU fans also expected to show up, creating a notable game-day atmosphere.
AJ & Richie invited to combine | Notre Dame spring outlook | Predicting TV and kickoff times for BYU football games
Q: How do you see CJ Carr fitting into Notre Dame's plans and potential NFL draft trajectory?
Eric is highly positive, praising CJ Carr's processing at the line, leadership, and intangibles, and believes he could be a top quarterback in the next couple of years and potentially a first-round pick.

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Recent guests on Cougar Tracks include:

1. Eric Hansen
2. JD Andress
3. Kevin Lytle
4. Jocelyn Allan
5. Isaiah Glasker
6. Devin Dixon
7. Evan Johnson
8. Keanu Tanuvasa

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