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BYU almost digs its way out of another double-digit halftime hole, falling short of a comeback against Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse. Richie Saunders with a career-high 33, was he the best player on the floor? Did the game settle the debate of AJ Dybantsa vs Darryn Peterson? Should Khadim Mboup be seeing more playing time? We make the case. Plus, previewing a Houston team that may not be as elite defensively as last year, but can still cause fits for the Cougars. Jimmermania CougarBoard Merch Drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Jake's CougarBoard Post: https://www.cougarboard.com/board/message.html?id=36891094 Jake's X thread with Kansas breakdown: https://x.com/JakeKUTV/status/2018140579167866927?s=20

BYU's miraculous comeback falls short as Rob Wright's potential game-winning shot gets blocked in the final seconds of the Cougars' loss to No. 1 Arizona. Why didn't AJ Dybantsa take the shot? And did BYU show they can actually hang with the most elite teams in the country? Another tough test this week as the Cougars head to Kansas to take on Darryn Peterson and the Jayhawks. Will we finally be able to settle the debate over who is the better freshman? Jake and Tosh break it all down.

BYU hoops loses to Texas Tech despite going on a 16-2 run with AJ Dybantsa on the bench. What worked well during that stretch and why couldn’t the Cougars sustain it when the freshman superstar returned? Is Khadim Mboup the missing piece to BYU’s success off the bench? Can he be the lock down defender BYU needs to have success in the Big 12? Plus, the transfer portal period is over with BYU landing some top talent. Why the Cougars had one of the best transfer portal periods in the Big 12 despite only nine incoming transfers.

BYU escapes Salt Lake City with an 89-84 win over a hot-shooting Utah team at the Huntsman Center. Why are Utah fans so upset at BYU fans for chanting in support of their team during a Morgan Scalley introduction? What did they think was going to happen? Richie Saunders continues to find ways to manufacture points with 6 offensive rebounds, resulting in 11 second chance points for the Cougars. And the Cougars face a tough test this week hosting TCU and heading to Lubbock to take on a red-hot Texas Tech team. Can BYU’s defense handle the reigning Big 12 Player of the Year in JT Toppin? Jake and Tosh break it all down. #byu #podcast #byubasketball #collegebasketball #utahutes #utes

12 players have announced they are running it back with BYU this portal period, despite Jay Hill and Jernaro Gilford exiting for Michigan. What is Kalani doing to retain his best talent? BYU basketball wins its first conference matchup against Kansas State. What we liked and didn't like. And looking ahead to Arizona State and Utah. This week's limited edition merch drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Our Sponsors: Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.com Aptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

Without any true run threat in the Pop Tarts Bowl, BYU and Aaron Roderick built the offensive scheme around Bear Bachmeier and the freshman answered the call, throwing for 325 yards and a touchdown against Georgia Tech, leading the Cougars to a 25-21 comeback win. We break down his game and discuss his future. Plus, Kyle Whittingham is the new man in charge at Michigan. What that could mean for BYU, specifically Jay Hill and possibly Roderick. This week's limited edition merch drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Our Sponsors: Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.com Aptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

The Salt Lake Tribune published an op ed article from a BYU student who is “deeply disturbed” by the reported $9 million salary of Kalani Sitake. We discuss the inherent benefits of spending market value for a quality football coach. Plus, bowl week is finally upon us. Can the Cougars solve Haynes King and the Georgia Tech offense? And Josh Hoover, Sam Leavitt, Brendan Sorsby, and Rocco Becht all entering the transfer portal. Is the exodus of starting veteran quarterbacks from the Big 12 a concerning trend? Jake Edmonds and Tosh Mackintosh break it all down. This week's limited edition merch drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Our Sponsors: Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.com Aptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

With Kyle Whittingham out as head coach at Utah and Morgan Scalley taking over, will Utah be able to poach Jay Hill from BYU to be its new defensive coordinator? Can BYU replicate Texas Tech's model for a successful transfer portal haul? Who do the Cougars need to target in the portal to build off last year's success? And the men's basketball team reportedly getting some reinforcements just in time for conference play.

BYU senior guard Jared McGregor hasn't seen a lot of playing time while at BYU, but has been able to make a lasting impact off the court through his foundation, Name of the Game, which gives those experiencing disabilities, illness, or loss of loved ones the ability to interact with some of their favorite athletes. Jared joined the show to talk about his time at BYU and why he decided to use his platform to make a difference. To learn more about Name of the Game, visit https://name-of-the-game.org/.

Is the College Football Playoff Committee out of their mind leaving out BYU? How did Notre Dame fall one spot and Miami climb two spots even though neither team played? Is the Committee just making the rules up as they go. Plus, what does Kalani’s newest extension mean for BYU Athletics and the LDS Church moving forward? And is Texas Tech really that much better than BYU? Jake Edmonds and Hema Heimuli discuss. This week's limited edition merch drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Our Sponsors: Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.com Aptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

Rumors are heating up about Kalani Sitake leaving BYU to become the next head coach at Penn State. How realistic is it? What would it mean for BYU moving forward? Plus, BYU is on the outside looking into the College Football Playoff at-large discussion. Why are ESPN and the CFP committee completely ignoring BYU's resume? And breaking down men's basketball wins against Miami and Dayton. Does BYU have a bench problem? BYU Merch Store Wish List: https://www.cougarboard.com/board/message.html?id=36463532&tab=top10

Does BYU Football deserve to be in the top 10 of the CFP rankings? We compare the Cougars' resume with Oregon, Notre Dame, and Alabama. BYU has won 10+ games in 4 seasons this decade. Are we in the "good old days" of Cougar football? How does this decade compare to the 1980s? And men's basketball blows out Wisconsin. Our keys to BYU's success moving forward.

BYU boat races TCU in the Cougars' first win against the Horned Frogs since 2007. Did the blowout win pass the eye test with the CFP committee? Can the Cougars climb into the top ten? Plus, previewing Cincinnati. Can the Bearcats bounce back after losing to Arizona or does BYU contain Brendan Sorsby and Cincy's high-powered offense? And BYU's comeback against UConn falls short. The good (second half) and the bad (first half) from Boston. Tosh and Jake break it all down This week's limited edition merch drop: https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-edition Our Sponsors: Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.com Aptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

BYU suffers a blowout loss in Lubbock. Are we headed for a repeat outcome of last season where the Cougars fall just short of a conference championship berth? Breaking down what went wrong (and a little right) against the Red Raiders. Plus, we look at some of the more realistic Big 12 championship scenarios.

BYU goes into Lubbock a 10.5 point underdog, but the Cougars are 6-2 against the spread this year. Is Vegas underestimating the Cougars again this week? Texas Tech comes into the week ranked in the top 10 in both offensive and defensive production. What makes them so good? And what does the Big 12 need to do to gain more national respect as a P4 conference? Special guest Drake Toll of the LockedOn Big 12 podcast joins Jake Edmonds and Tosh Mackintosh to break it all down.