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

8-29-26 - Hour 4 - Tiger Bachmeier joins the show to discuss his improvements over the offseason and why he loves being at BYU

Aug 30, 2026 · 52m

Summary

Ben Criddle interviews BYU wide receiver Tiger Bachmeier, who discusses his improved speed, versatility across receiver positions, and lessons learned from teammate Chase Garbers. Bachmeier also shares family stories, compares his experiences at Stanford and BYU, and expresses confidence in the upcoming season, including potential connections with quarterback Bear Bachmeier. The episode concludes with Criddle and guest Doug Witt debating BYU’s greatest running back, with Witt championing Harvey Unga.

Topics discussed

Sponsors and show intro BYU football team depth and talent Interview with WR Tiger Bachmeier Bachmeier's role and learning from Chase Bachmeier's versatility and intelligence Route running techniques and skills Bachmeier family name and etymology Bachmeier legacy and future plays Dig route breakdown and releases Bachmeier siblings and family stories Stanford vs BYU culture comparison Stanford ranking and post-football plans Team standouts and special teams Sponsors and game recap TCU game analysis and Ireland trip Backfield depth and 12 personnel sets Doug Witt and Max Hall stories Quinn Gooch and leadership qualities BYU alumni in the NFL Concussion stories and final sponsors
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