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Cougar Tracks - Daily BYU Cougars Football, Basketball Podcast

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

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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The Big 12 spring meetings began on Tuesday, with men's basketball head coaches gathering at the Omni PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas.

BYU basketball head coach Kevin Young was there. After the meetings concluded for the day, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mit... more

One of the most pivotal weeks on the college athletics calendar is here: Big 12 spring meetings.

This year's spring meetings will be taking place in Frisco, Texas. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper will be there to cover all of the action.

The ... more

The BYU football team was at the 2026 Fan Fest in Farmington, Utah. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper caught up with linebacker Siale Esera at the Fan Fest and his thoughts on what it means to play for Cougar Nation.

Also in this episode, Mitch s... more

It's hard to believe, but Kalani Sitake has been the head coach of the BYU football program for 10 seasons.

During those 10 years, he's coached some excellent players.

Who are the best?

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper ranks the 10 best play... more

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Recent Guests

Siale Esera
BYU football linebacker, returning player
BYU Football
Episode: BYU Fan Fest Recap with Siale Esera + Basketball's search for a center continues
Craig Smoak
Host of The Smoak Show on 365 Sports
365 Sports
Episode: One year under Brian Santiago: Taking stock of BYU athletics + Will the Jazz trade up for AJ Dybantsa?
Steve Bartle
Utah insider for KSL Sports, host of the Utah Blocast
KSL Sports
Episode: Washington Wizards GM weighs in on AJ Dybantsa + Utah Utes: Spring outlook
Jeremiah Williams
BYU football commit, defensive lineman (Class of 2027)
BYU
Episode: Getting to know four-star BYU DL commit Jeremiah Williams
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
Isaiah Glasker
BYU linebacker
BYU
Episode: What we learned from the transfer portal window for BYU basketball + Isaiah Glasker interview
Jocelyn Allan
BYU cheer head coach
BYU
Episode: What we learned from the transfer portal window for BYU basketball + Isaiah Glasker interview

Host

Mitch Harper
BYU insider and host focused on Cougar Tracks, with deep BYU athletics coverage for KSL Sports/NewsRadio.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 215 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 States2 months 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 States7 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 States8 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 States8 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
    9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the daily format and insider insight into BYU athletics.
Fans value credible reporting and actionable recruiting context from the host and guests.
Mitch Harper is the go-to insider for BYU sports fans who want straight talk and depth.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#77
South Africa/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#227
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Apple Podcasts
#248
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Getting to know four-star BYU DL commit Jeremiah Williams
Q: What role do you see yourself playing at BYU?
He envisions contributing as a versatile defender and potentially a fullback, highlighting his background as a running back and the coaches' plans for him.
Getting to know four-star BYU DL commit Jeremiah Williams
Q: What made BYU stand out during your visit and in your decision process?
Williams explains that multiple visits confirmed BYU as the right choice, reinforced by family discussions and a personal sense of reassurance from God.
Getting to know four-star BYU DL commit Jeremiah Williams
Q: What was your reaction to the response from Cougar Nation to your commitment?
He describes gratitude from fans and the sense of being surrounded by a loving community, which has made the commitment feel even more meaningful.
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.

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A daily insider-focused sports show centered on BYU Cougars football and basketball, featuring in-depth BYU coverage, recruiting updates, and conference dynamics. The host leans on insider context, interviews with reporters, players, and coaches, and frequent cross-sport analysis (football, basketball, and cheer) to break down roster moves, spring practice takeaways, and upcoming schedules. Notable strengths include a consistent insider perspective, strong ties to BYU coverage, and a blend of game analysis, recruiting nuggets, and realignment context that appeals to dedicated BYU fans and industry watchers alike.

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Recent guests on Cougar Tracks include:

1. Siale Esera
2. Craig Smoak
3. Steve Bartle
4. Jeremiah Williams
5. Eric Hansen
6. JD Andress
7. Kevin Lytle
8. Isaiah Glasker

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