8-25-26 - Jared Bledsoe - Former BYU WR - What players does Jared want to see handle kickoff returns?
Summary
Host Ben Criddle discusses BYU football’s progress during Camp Kalani, noting the offense’s surprising dominance and the talented, tall wide receiver room. The episode covers recruiting updates, including top prospect Maui Tonata, and analyzes preseason predictions that place BYU in the College Football Playoff conversation. Special teams dynamics, particularly the kicking competition and Evan Johnson’s return roles, are also examined.
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Intro: Camp Kalani recap and Self-Serve Mattress promotion
Guest Intro: Jared Bledsoe joins the show
Offensive improvements and QB Bear's Zach Wilson flair
Wide receiver room depth and physical advantages
New NCAA eligibility rules and gray-shirting
Camp health updates and recruiting outlook
Recruiting: Maui Tonata visits and BYU's national standing
LJ Martin rankings and College Football Playoff predictions
Team mentality, confidence, and playing for Kalani
Expectations for freshmen Legend and Ekka
Sponsor: Utah Protective Films
Special teams: Punting strategy and kicker competition
Punter Fuller Shirts and Australian punting style
Kick return strategy and Evan Johnson's role
Outro: Self-Serve Mattress event and final sponsors
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