Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU) Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

8-27-26 - Hour 3 - What offseason grade did the Field of 68 give BYU basketball?

Aug 27, 2026 · 48m

Summary

This episode covers major sports legal drama, including NCAA eligibility lawsuits for former pros like Jackson Kūhler and new Big 12 rules barring their return. Hosts discuss K. Spears’ $9M defamation win against the New York Times, Jeannie Buss blocking the Lakers sale, and Jed York’s prostitution plea. The show also features an interview with BYU freshman Braxton Lindsay and insider reports on BYU athletic department restructuring.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Trelvi, ChatGPT, Indeed, and Handy Law NCAA Eligibility Rules and Jackson Kofler's Status K. Spears Defamation Lawsuit Settlement Lakers Ownership Dispute and Jeannie Buss Lawsuit 49ers Owner Jed York Arrest and NFL Conduct Policy Pac-12 and Mountain West Conference Settlement NFL Policy on Returning Players and Show Promo Sponsors: Q A, Odon Menswear, and Intro Interview with BYU Freshman Braxton Lindsay BYU Athletics Restructuring and Basketball Grades Sponsors: Hotel Promo and Trelvi Warning Sponsor: Eminem Popped Caramel
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