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Host Jake Edmonds talks all things BYU sports, with a hefty dose of fan-driven content

  1. 1d ago

    Can Bear Carry BYU to a Holy War Win With His Arm? Is LJ’s Return Vital Against Utah?

    Can Bear become the pocket passer BYU needs to take down Utah? And just how important would LJ Martin's potential return be to the Cougars' chances in the Holy War? We dive into BYU's offensive outlook heading into the most important Holy War in rivalry history, what Bear's development as a passer could mean against Utah, and whether the Cougars need LJ back to pull off the upset. Plus, former Utah running back, BYU linebacker, and five-year NFL veteran Harvey Langi joins the show to offer a unique perspective on both programs and what makes the Holy War so special. Can BYU find the answers it needs to take down its undefeated rival?

  2. Oct 26

    Making Sense of a BYU Loss to UCF. Has BYU Reached Its Ceiling? Previewing Arizona State.

    BYU’s loss to UCF left plenty of questions—and it’s time to make sense of what went wrong. Were the lights too big for the Cougars, or did UCF expose some real limitations on this team? On this episode of The Loyal Cougars Podcast, Jake Edmonds and Tosh Mackintosh break down the loss, examine the plays that changed the game, and ask the big question: Has BYU reached its ceiling? 🏈 In this episode: Making sense of the UCF loss: What was different from BYU’s win over Notre Dame? Did the road environment, the matchup, the weather, or the coaching make the difference? The numbers don't lie: UCF racked up 463 yards without a turnover, while BYU managed just 116 rushing yards. The plays that changed everything: Bear’s interception, Tyren Hornes’ explosive catch-and-run, and the crucial moments that swung momentum. Is BYU's ceiling lower than we thought? Does a lack of depth limit the Cougars’ ability to compete with the elite teams in college football? Arizona State preview: The Cougars face the Sun Devils in a Halloween matchup. Who will start at quarterback, and where can BYU take advantage? A rough week for the Big 12: BYU and Texas Tech fall to unranked opponents, and Dave Aranda is out at Baylor. Was the UCF loss just a bad day, or did it reveal something bigger about BYU? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #BYUFootball #BYUCougars #Big12Football #CollegeFootball #LoyalCougars

  3. Oct 19

    BYU shows it can hang with the best of the best after beating Notre Dame. Should the Cougs be #1?

    BYU IS FOR REAL. The Cougars took down No. 2 Notre Dame and proved they belong in the conversation with the best teams in college football. Now with it's highest AP Poll ranking since 1984, BYU is making a statement to the entire country. On this episode of the Loyal Cougars Podcast, we break down BYU’s statement win over Notre Dame, what it means for the Cougars’ national championship hopes, and whether BYU deserves to be ranked even higher. 🏈 IN THIS EPISODE: BYU PROVES IT BELONGS: Was this one of the biggest wins in program history? How does it compare to the legendary victories of 1984, 1990, and beyond? THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE: BYU outgained Notre Dame in yards per play, converted 67% of its third downs, and went 4-for-4 in the red zone. The Cougars didn't just survive — they went toe-to-toe with an elite team. THE NO. 2 DEBATE: Should BYU be ranked ahead of Miami? Is BYU the second-best team in the country, or does its résumé simply make the strongest case? THE FINAL PLAY CONTROVERSY: Was the ending controversial, and are people focusing too much on the final seconds instead of the entire game? BIG 12 ON TOP: With BYU, Texas Tech, and Utah all in the top 10, is the Big 12 becoming the conference to beat? UCF PREVIEW: We look ahead to the UCF matchup and debate which Big 12 teams are overrated and underrated. #BYUFootball #BYUCougars #CollegeFootball

  4. Oct 12

    BYU DOMINATED Iowa State… So Why Was It Only 24-10? | Notre Dame Preview

    BYU won 24-10, but the final score doesn't tell the whole story. The Cougars piled up 506 yards of offense while holding Iowa State to just 200 — including a staggering 49 yards for the Cyclones in the first half. So why wasn't this a blowout? Jake Edmonds and Hema Heimuli break down BYU's dominant performance, Bear Bachmeier's historic dual-threat day, and the concerning short-yardage struggles that could become a problem without LJ Martin. Plus, what should BYU do about its punt return issues, and should the Cougars take more shots downfield? Then, it's on to a massive showdown with Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are one of the nation's best teams, and BYU will need to be at its best to pull off the upset. In this episode: BYU DOMINATED the numbers: 506 total yards to Iowa State's 200 Bear Bachmeier's monster game: 329 passing yards and 109 rushing yards in a historic performance A short-yardage problem? BYU struggled to convert key third- and fourth-down opportunities Special teams concerns: Tiger Bachmeier's two muffed punts and what BYU should do next Standout defenders: Tre Alexander and Keanu's impact against Iowa State Notre Dame preview: Can BYU slow down quarterback CJ Carr and one of the country's most complete teams? College GameDay comes to town: What it means for BYU and BYUtv Did BYU show enough against Iowa State to give you confidence heading into Notre Dame, or are the short-yardage struggles a major red flag? Let us know in the comments! Like the video, subscribe for more BYU football coverage, and leave a review to support the show.

  5. Oct 5

    What Is BYU’s Ceiling Without LJ Martin? Are the Cougars REALLY a Top-10 Team?

    BYU survived TCU in one of the strangest wins of the season — putting up just 216 total yards and 62 passing yards while the defense came up huge. But with LJ Martin and Sione Moa gone, what is the ceiling for this BYU team? Jake and Tosh break down the wild TCU win, whether Bear Bachmeier has regressed as a passer, and whether Aaron Roderick got too conservative in the rain. Plus: should BYU lean more on Journey Tonga? Is Preston Rex ready for a bigger role? And how high can the Cougars realistically climb? Then we look ahead to Iowa State, including Aiden Flora, QB Jaylen Raynor, and the keys to another Big 12 win. Plus: BYU is now ranked No. 8. Is a College GameDay trip to Provo actually becoming a possibility? Who should the celebrity picker be? 🔵 Can BYU stay in the Top 10? 🔵 What is the ceiling without LJ Martin? 🔵 Has Bear regressed? 🔵 Can BYU shut down Iowa State? 🔵 Is College GameDay coming to Provo? Subscribe to the Loyal Cougars Podcast for BYU football analysis, reactions, previews, and everything happening around the Cougars.

  6. Sep 28

    Is Texas Tech Losing Its Shine? Big 12 Power Rankings After Week 4.

    Texas Tech entered the season as a Big 12 favorite, but offensive inconsistency and Will Hammond’s struggles are raising questions. Meanwhile, Utah looks like an offensive juggernaut, and BYU may be the conference’s most complete team. Jake Edmonds and Tosh Mackintosh reset the Big 12 power rankings, identify the contenders and pretenders, and debate whether the conference is closing the gap with the SEC and Big Ten. Plus, they preview BYU’s trip to Fort Worth and explain what the Cougars must do to beat TCU.

  7. Sep 22

    AP Voter FORGETS about BYU? Recapping an explosive performance against Colorado State.

    How does an AP voter rank BYU in the top 15 one week, leave the Cougars off his ballot the next, then block fans who criticize it? Jake Edmonds and Jake Hatch break down the bizarre AP Poll blunder before revisiting BYU’s explosive win over Colorado State. LJ Martin ran for 176 yards and three touchdowns, Legend Glasker continued his historic freshman season, and the Cougars piled up 559 yards of offense—but did the second-half struggles reveal any reason for concern? Plus, the injuries and storylines to watch during the bye week as BYU prepares for a tough stretch against TCU, Iowa State, and Notre Dame.

  8. Sep 7

    Are We Overreacting or is Legend Glasker BYU’s Best WR? Utah Tech Takeaways + Arizona Preview

    Legend Glasker turned five touches into 81 yards and three touchdowns against Utah Tech. Is the breakout receiver ready to replace Parker Kingston’s production—and could he already be BYU’s best weapon out wide? Jake and Tosh break down BYU’s 521-yard offensive performance, the depth of the Cougars’ running back room, Bear Bachmeier’s efficient night, Cannon DeVries’ explosive return game and the impact of Raider Damuni’s injury. Plus, was Michigan’s last-second clock review legitimate, should BYU fans root for Kyle Whittingham, and can Noah Fifita and Arizona end the Cougars’ five-game winning streak in the series? Subscribe to The Loyal Cougars Podcast for weekly BYU football discussion, analysis and unapologetic Cougar takes.

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