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The state of Utah has never seen a college football Saturday like this. This year, the historic bad blood meets the national spotlight as the 7-1 Cougars march into a hostile Rice-Eccles Stadium to face the undefeated Utes. The guys are joined by an array of special guests to preview every angle of this historic clash. From the tactical adjustments needed to secure a win, to the incredible atmosphere awaiting both teams, and what a victory means for a potential national championship run. This is the Holy War. ALL ABOARD!!

If you thought a win over Notre Dame was finally going to earn BYU some national respect, think again. The first 2026 College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the committee has the Cougars sitting at a baffling No. 9. We discuss about the blatant brand bias, why head-to-head results matter less than the conference logo on your jersey, and how the Big 12 is being treated in the 12-team era. ALL ABOARD!!

A Halloween weekend clash in Provo means dropping temperatures and high stakes. We break down the trench matchups, turnover margins, and what the Cougars must do to permanently bury ASU’s hopes of a road upset, while also looking to bounce back after the first defeat of the season. ALL ABOARD!!

Pure euphoria. We react to what might be the most monumental victory in modern BYU football history. From the chaotic field storming to the raw emotion of the final whistle, we break down the unforgettable moments that sealed this legendary upset over the Fighting Irish. ALL ABOARD!!

BYU's historic undefeated run hit a wall in Orlando with a stunning 39-31 double-overtime loss to UCF. We break down the costly 17 missed tackles, the defense's struggle to contain Keyone Jenkins, and the feast-or-famine offensive drives. But don't hit the panic button yet, the Cougars are still perfectly positioned to win the Big 12 and secure a playoff spot.

An undefeated season is on the line, but a trip to Orlando could be the ultimate trap. This week, we break down #2 BYU’s high-stakes matchup against the UCF Knights. With the Cougars riding the high of a perfect 6-0 start, can they survive the Florida heat and a hungry UCF squad looking for a signature upset? We talk keys to the game, the turnover battle, and why the Bounce House might live up to its chaotic reputation.

#2 Notre Dame rolls into LaVell Edwards Stadium to face #8 BYU in a massive top-10 showdown. We break down the playoff implications, the key matchups in the trenches, and whether the Cougars can defend their home turf against a genuine national title contender. Plus, our final score predictions. ALL ABOARD!!

In this episode, we break down everything that went right in the Cougars' massive win over Iowa State. We’re diving deep into the trenches, analyzing Aaron Roderick's play-calling, and breaking down how the defense managed to shut down the Cyclones' attack. Plus, we hand out our game MVP award and discuss, what does this win mean for the rest of the season? ALL ABOARD!!

Friday night under the lights at LaVell Edwards Stadium! In this episode, we preview the matchup between undefeated BYU and the Iowa State Cyclones. We break down what BYU needs to do to keep their perfect season alive, how the LJ Martin injury impacts the Cougs, how they match up against this Iowa State roster, and what a win would mean for the rest of the Big 12 race. Plus, we give our final score predictions. ALL ABOARD!!

Are the cracks finally starting to show for BYU football, or is everyone just overreacting? In this episode, we debate the recent on-field struggles to separate legitimate long-term concerns from false alarms. We break down the tape, look at the underlying stats, and decide if it’s actually time to hit the panic button or if this is all just a whole bunch of nothing.ALL ABOARD!!

The guys are back after the bye week to take a look around college football and how it impacted the Cougars. Also, injury updates and a look ahead to this Saturday's game vs TCU. ALL ABOARD!!

The guys recap BYU's win over Colorado State. Was that the most dominant half, followed by frustrating half of any game in recent memory? Also, what should we make of Kalani's approach to letting off the gas with a lead? That and more on the latest episode of the Hype Train Podcast! ALL ABOARD!!

Joe and Trevor recap BYU's win over Arizona and their biggest takeaways from the early Big 12 matchup. Should BYU and Kalani be more receptive to late scores for the sake of style points? Also, a look ahead to Colorado State. That and more on the latest episode of the Hype Train Podcast! ALL ABOARD!!

The guys recap a dominant week one win over Utah Tech and what they learned from the victory. Also, a look around the Big 12 and a preview of the Cougars' week two home game vs. Arizona to kick off Big 12 play. ALL ABOARD!!

Joe, Hunter, and Trevor go game by game and preview the season for the Cougars in 2026. Also, a look ahead to Saturday's game vs Utah Tech. ALL ABOARD!!