Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)
Episodes
9-8-26 - Hour 3 -Is there too much hype regarding BYU's 63-7 win an over Utah Tech?
Jake Hatch and Cam Miller discuss a wild college football weekend, including the SEC's potential expulsion of LSU and Michigan's narrow win over Western Michigan.
9-8-26 - Cam Mellor - Chief Analytics Officer, PFSN - Who were BYU’s highest-graded players in the win over Utah Tech?
Cam Meller, Chief Analytics Officer at PFF, joins Ben Criddle to analyze BYU's strong start, highlighting Legend Glasco's elite blocking and LJ Martin's top-10 running back potential.
9-8-26 - Jake Hatch - Host of Locked on Cougars - What did we learn from BYU's blowout win against Utah Tech?
Ben Criddle and guest Jake Hatch discuss a wild college football weekend, including the SEC’s potential expulsion of LSU and Michigan’s shocking loss to Western Michigan.
9-8-26 - Hour 2 - Are you still concerned about the BYU football special teams room?
Ben Criddle and Ronald Weaver analyze BYU’s season opener, highlighting true freshman wide receiver Legend Glasker’s three-touchdown performance and RG3’s praise of him as a "superstar.
9-8-26 - Hour 1 - Who was more of a suprise: Legend Glasker or Cannon DeVries?
Hosts Ben Criddle and Ron Weaver recap BYU's 50-0 win over Utah Tech, highlighting Legend Glasker's three-touchdown performance and the defense's early interceptions.
9-5-26 - Hour 4 - Final Picks and Predictions
Ben Criddle and AP preview the BYU vs.
9-5-26 - Steve Clements, Former BYU QB -
Ben Criddle previews BYU’s opener against Utah Tech, emphasizing the need for clean football to cover a massive 49.
9-5-26 - George Udo, Former BYU DB - Is this the year that BYU gets into the CFP?
Ben Criddle and guest George Udo, a former BYU defensive back, preview the 2026 season as BYU opens play against Utah Tech.
9-5-26 - Hour 2 - What is the history between BYU and Utah Tech?
Ben Criddle hosts a pregame edition of Cougar Sports, previewing BYU's 2026 season opener against Utah Tech with the Cougars ranked 14th.
9-5-26 - Brian Logan, Former BYU DB - Are we in the best 6 year stretch in BYU Football history?
Ben Criddle and guest Brian Logan preview BYU's 2026 season opener against Utah Tech, highlighting the team's historic 14th national ranking and deep roster.
9-4-26 - Dr. Dain Allred, BYU Athletics Orthopedic Surgeon - How big of a difference does a good offseason make in a college football pla...
Host Ben Criddle interviews BYU Head Orthopedic Surgeon Dr.
9-4-26 - Hour 3 - Will Bear Bachmeier become the most famous Asian American Athlete in the United States?
Ben Criddle discusses BYU’s upcoming matchup against Utah Tech, with former receiver Jared Blesso predicting a historic blowout.
9-4-26 - Jeff Fuller, ESPN The Fan Contributor - Does BYU actually do the most with the least?
9-4-26 - Hour 2 - What are your takeaways from Thursday's College Football games?
Ben Criddle and AP discuss BYU’s upcoming matchup against Utah Tech, reflecting on the 2022 season’s struggles and the need for increased resource allocation to retain talent.
9-4-26 - Hour 1 - What do you need to see from BYU Football against Utah Tech?
Brett Hammer fills in for Ben Criddle, previewing BYU’s season opener against Utah Tech with high expectations for a dominant performance.
9-1-26 - Hour 4 - What's the over-under the BYU vs Utah Tech football game on Saturday?
Ben Criddle shares a humorous story about coaching youth flag football and confronting a rival coach who allowed tackling.
9-1-26 - Ari Temkin - Co-Host, Big 12 Today Tune In - What did Dick Harmon say on his show about the Kalani Sitake-Brian Santiago saga?
Ben Criddle and Ari Temkin analyze TCU’s loss to UNC in Ireland, blaming coaching errors and penalties.
9-1-26 - Jared Bledsoe - Former BYU WR - What are the expectations for the WRs against Utah Tech?
Ben Criddle shares a humorous story about coaching youth flag football and clashing with an aggressive opponent.
9-1-26 - Hour 3 - What are your thoughts on BYU Basketball's new Assistant Patrick Mutombo?
Ben Criddle and guest Jonathan Tabanari discuss BYU basketball, focusing on new coach Patrick Mutombo’s defensive background and the critical eligibility of big men Jackson Kohler and Urbaniak.
9-1-26 - Jonathan Tavernari - Former BYU MBB Player - What's the status of Jaxon Kohler and Jakub Urbanik's eligibility?
Ben Criddle and guest JT discuss BYU basketball’s transition under new coach Patrick Motumbo, highlighting his defensive focus and international experience.
9-3-26 - Hour 4 - Who will the MVP of the defense be for BYU?
Host Ben Criddle promotes Cougar Sports Media and discusses Coach LaVell Edwards’ legacy of encouraging LDS missions.
9-3-26 - Hour 3 - Who is BYU's number one receiver?
Ben Criddle interviews BYU defensive end Nusi Tamoypeo, who discusses his recovery from Achilles surgery and his excitement for the upcoming season.
9-3-26 - Nusi Taumoepeau - What will your role be on this BYU Football team this season?
Ben Criddle interviews BYU defensive end Nii Tameu, who discusses his recovery from Achilles surgery and readiness for the season.
9-3-26 - Hour 2 - Where do you need to see depth from BYU?
Hosts discuss BYU football’s season opener against Utah Tech, focusing on evaluating depth players like Trayson Borgay and Terrence Arion under the new five-five rule.
9-3-26 - Chancellor Johnson - Which schools could potentially target Kalani Sitake?
Chancellor Johnson joins Ben Criddle to discuss Big 12 Media Days takeaways, highlighting new quarterbacks and veteran leaders like BYU’s Bear Bachmeier.
9-3-26 - Braiden Day of ODION Menswear - What are your thoughts on the Monster jersey patch?
Hosts discuss the Big 12’s Monster Energy sponsorship patch and PV3 branding, with guest Braden Day sharing his design critiques.
9-3-26 - Hour 1 - What will we learn from BYU's matchup vs. Utah Tech?
Host Ben Criddle and co-host Jordan Biannucci preview BYU’s season opener against Utah Tech, debating potential MVPs like Keanu Tanavasa and Justin Kirkland.
9-2-26 - Hour 3 - What are your expectations for BYU's Matchup against Utah Tech?
Brett Hammer fills in for Ben Criddle, interviewing Pete Mundo to discuss Big 12 football, including skepticism over international games and Baylor’s potential.
9-2-26 Darnell Dickson, The Daily Herald - Which player is he most intrigued to watch against Utah Tech?
Ben Criddle and Doug Darnell discuss BYU athletics, focusing on football’s transition to the Big 12 and potential administrative restructuring under Kalani Sitake.
9-2-26 - Pete Mundo, Heartland Sports - What questions does he have for CFB Teams?
Host Brett Hammer interviews Pete Mondo from Heartland Sports to preview Big 12 football, criticizing international games and analyzing TCU’s struggles.
9-2-26 - Legend Glasker, BYU WR - How has chemistry improved between him and Bear?
BYU receiver Legend Glasser discusses earning a starting spot and his excitement for his debut against Utah Tech.
9-2-26 - Hour 2 - Does it matter that BYU is facing an FCS team Week 1?
Ben Criddle interviews former BYU great and pastor Dewey Gray, who discusses the need for athletic department alignment and increased resources for coach Kalani Sitake.
9-1-26 - Hour 1 - Could BYU vs. Utah Tech become the largest margin of victory in program history?
Ben Criddle and co-hosts preview BYU’s season opener against Utah Tech, predicting a historic blowout while discussing the 1985 UTEP wiretapping scandal.
8-31-26 - Hour 4 - What's the offensive game plan against Utah Tech on Saturday?
Ben Criddle and guests analyze BYU’s fall camp, highlighting exceptional team depth and QB Bear Bachmeier’s status as the most improved player.
8-31-26 - John Beck - Former BYU QB & QB Coach 3DQB - What does Bear need to accomplish in game one against Utah Tech?
Ben Criddle interviews former BYU quarterback John Beck, who reminisces about his high school football days in Arizona and discusses the current BYU roster.
8-31-26 - Brady Poppinga - Former BYU & NFL LB - What's the breakdown of BYU's depth chart week 1 against Utah Tech?
Brady Poppinga joins Ben Criddle to break down BYU’s fall camp, highlighting exceptional depth on both lines and naming Bear Bachmeier as the most improved player.
8-31-26 - Hour 3 - Who are the Captains and Co-Captains for the 2026 BYU Football season?
Ben Criddle and Ronald Weaver analyze BYU’s new depth chart, highlighting the team's size, co-starters Bodie Schoonover and Viliami Puja, and Hunter Clegg’s rise as a defensive leader.
8-31-26 - Hour 2 - Who had the best "ROYAL BLUE STEEL" look from the BYU Football Captains press release?
Ben Criddle reviews NFL roster cuts, highlighting BYU alumni like Jack Kelly and Zach Wilson who made 53-man rosters, while discussing injured players like Tyler Batty.
8-29-26 - Hour 4 - Tiger Bachmeier joins the show to discuss his improvements over the offseason and why he loves being at BYU
Ben Criddle interviews BYU wide receiver Tiger Bachmeier, who discusses his improved speed, versatility across receiver positions, and lessons learned from teammate Chase Garbers.
8-29-26 - Hour 3 - Siale Esera + Treyson Bourget join the show to discuss Fall Camp
Ben Criddle interviews BYU linebacker Ben Criddle, who discusses his transition to the rover position, physical improvements, and standout teammates like Kyler Casper and Kendall Wall.
8-29-26 - Hour 2 - What do you need to see from BYU against Utah Tech? + Kyler Kasper and Tommy Prassas
The hosts preview BYU’s season opener against Utah Tech, emphasizing the need for defensive dominance and early bench player reps to prepare for a tough Week 2 matchup with Arizona.
8-29-26 - Hour 1 - Luke Hahn and Jamaal Williams discuss BYU Running Back Play with Ben Criddle
Host Ben Criddle and guest Luke Ha discuss the development of BYU running back Devon Eke, who is being mentored by Jamal Williams and Luke.
8-28-26 - Hour 3 - Is the Restructuring of BYU's Athletic Department the fix for the tension with the Football Team?
Hosts Ben Criddle and G-Man discuss a federal injunction allowing former pros to return to college sports, criticizing the NCAA’s handling of eligibility rules.
8-28-26 - Hour 2 - Who are the Fall Camp MVP's?
Host Ben Criddle and guest Aaron Torres discuss the shifting power dynamics in college football, arguing that the SEC is overcompensating as the Big Ten and Big 12 gain parity.
8-28-26 - Aaron Torres, Host on Fox Sports Radio - Week 0 of College Football preview
Ben Criddle and guest Aaron Torres discuss the upcoming college football season, highlighting SEC insecurity and Big 12 parity.
8-28-26 - Hour 1 - What were the best things from BYU Football Fall Camp?
Ben Criddle and guests discuss a recent news story about a fake NFL player scamming women, leading to personal anecdotes about roster verification.
8-27-26 - Hour 3 - What offseason grade did the Field of 68 give BYU basketball?
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.
8-27-26 - Braxton Lindsey - BYU FB LB/Edge - What growth has Braxton had from spring ball to fall camp?
Host Vic Cram interviews BYU freshman linebacker Braxton Lindsay, who discusses his rapid physical development and mastery of the playbook since arriving for spring ball.
8-27-26 - Preston & Garrett Handy - Handylawutah.com - How do the new rulings affect Jaxon Kohler and other former pros returning to coll...
Host Ben Criddle and attorneys Garrett and Preston Handy discuss the legal chaos surrounding NCAA eligibility, specifically the Big 12’s new rules…
8-27-26 - Hour 2 - What does the Big 12 ruling against professional players returning to college football mean?
Ben Criddle discusses BYU’s athletic department restructuring, where VP Keith Warkings now oversees football to address Kalani Sitake’s resource concerns.