The Loyal Cougars Podcast | For BYU Cougars Sports Fans

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

  1. May 25

    LJ Martin a top-5 RB in the country? BYU’s CFP path, WR concerns & the top RB rooms in the Big 12.

    Is LJ Martin one of the five best running backs in the country? We open the show with Greg McElroy ranking BYU’s star RB at No. 5 nationally, then debate whether the Cougars have the best running back room in the Big 12 — and how they stack up against Utah and Texas Tech. Then we dig into BYU’s College Football Playoff path, what has to happen for the Cougars to make the Big 12 title game, and what could keep them out. We also react to Cody Hagen’s retirement and ask what’s more concerning right now: BYU football’s wide receiver situation or BYU basketball’s center situation? Plus, we reveal No. 14 in our Top 20 in 20 countdown. In this episode: - LJ Martin ranked No. 5 RB in the country - BYU vs Utah vs Texas Tech running back rooms - Can BYU make the College Football Playoff? - Cody Hagen retires and BYU’s WR depth takes another hit Subscribe for more BYU football, BYU basketball, Big 12 talk, and CougarBoard-fueled takes. #BYUFootball #BYUCougars #LJMartin #Big12Football #CollegeFootball #BYU #LoyalCougars

    36 min

  2. May 18

    Has Kalani Surpassed Bronco’s Legacy? Athlon Features Bear Bachmeier + BYU Bigs Watch

    Who has the better BYU football legacy today: Bronco Mendenhall or Kalani Sitake? Kalani entering year 11, why he stayed, and whether the path to the College Football Playoff changes how his era should be viewed. Then we get into a packed Loyal Cougars rundown: - Bear Bachmeier lands on the Athlon Sports regional cover — and we look back at other BYU players who have been featured before. - BYU 20 in 20 continues with more player rankings. - BYU basketball adds Northwestern at the Delta Center. Is Kevin Young overscheduling or is this exactly what the program needs? - Michael Ruzic rumors keep heating up, Luigi Suigo remains in play, and Theo Edema’s “BYU interest” gets a closer look. - Plus: the funniest moments in BYU sports history, from the Houk hug to LaVell’s Laramie diss. Subscribe for BYU football, BYU basketball, Big 12 talk, CougarBoard chaos, and weekly Loyal Cougars debates.

    48 min

  3. May 12

    Would the Wizards ruin AJ? + BYU vs Utah State Is BACK. Did the Cougars fleece the Aggies?

    Jake Edmonds and Jake Hatch break down a loaded Loyal Cougars episode, starting with the latest NBA Draft lottery buzz around AJ Dybantsa. Will the Washington Wizards take him No. 1 overall? Would BYU fans rather see him land with the Utah Jazz? And what would it take for Utah to trade up? Then, BYU and Utah State are officially renewing their basketball rivalry with a two-game series — but is BYU avoiding Logan, or just playing the power-conference leverage game? We dive into the contract details, ticket split, rivalry takes, and some BYU-Utah State trivia. Plus, the Top 20 in 20 countdown continues with No. 16: Paki Finau, BYU’s projected starting left tackle and a major piece of the Cougars’ offensive line in 2026. Topics include: AJ Dybantsa NBA Draft lottery projections Wizards vs. Jazz fit for AJ BYU vs. Utah State basketball series details Is BYU “too good” to play in Logan? BYU-Utah State rivalry trivia Top 20 in 20: Paki Finau BYU football offensive line preview Subscribe for more BYU football, BYU basketball, recruiting, Big 12 talk, and everything Cougar Nation.

    43 min

  4. May 4

    Is LJ BYU’s Greatest RB? Does AJ Dybantsa Deserve a Jersey Retirement? & BYU Hoops Big Man Hunt

    LJ Martin is already climbing BYU’s all-time rushing list — but what would it actually take for him to become the greatest BYU running back ever? Jake and Tosh debate where LJ ranks among Cougar legends like Jamaal Williams, Harvey Unga, Luke Staley, Tyler Allgeier, Curtis Brown and more. We also break down Bear Bachmeier’s place in BYU QB history, debate the best QB/RB duos the Cougars have ever had, and continue the Football 20 in 20 countdown with players No. 18 and No. 17. Plus: AJ Dybantsa enters the 2026 NBA Draft, whether BYU should ever retire his jersey, and the latest on BYU basketball’s search for a big man — including Michael Ruzic, Luigi Suigo, Marcio Santos, Momo Faye and Egor Ryzhov. Subscribe for weekly BYU football, BYU basketball, recruiting, hot takes and Cougar fan chaos from Loyal Cougars.

    51 min

  5. Apr 27

    Jake Wahlin on His Journey to BYU, Lessons from Utah & Clemson, and His Goals as a Cougar

    Jake Wahlin joins the Loyal Cougars Podcast to talk about his football journey from Utah to Clemson and now BYU. He shares what he learned at each stop, why he ultimately decided to transfer to BYU, and what he hopes to accomplish as a Cougar. We dive into his mindset, his goals for the upcoming season, and what BYU fans can expect from him as he begins this next chapter in Provo. Subscribe for more BYU football interviews, player stories, and Loyal Cougars Podcast episodes.

    33 min

  6. Apr 20

    BYU reportedly adds SDSU to schedule. Why does Utah State care? And BYU’s BIG transfer portal need.

    BYU got a big transfer portal win with Rob Wright returning, but the Cougars still have major questions in the frontcourt. In this episode of the Loyal Cougars Podcast, we break down the good and bad from BYU’s latest roster movement, what’s still missing at the 4 and 5, and whether Cougar fans should actually thank Mark Pope for how things played out with Rob. We also dive into BYU’s reported matchup with San Diego State, whether Utah State has a real reason to be upset, and debate who BYU’s top rivals are right now outside of Utah. Then we wrap it up with a football 20-in-20 spotlight and a look back at a classic CougarBoard-era prediction. In this episode: - BYU transfer portal updates - Rob Wright’s return and what it means - The Cougars’ biggest roster problem - BYU vs. San Diego State reaction - Does Utah State have a legit gripe? - Who are BYU’s top 3 rivals today? - Start, Bench, Cut: rivalry edition - Football 20 in 20 - This week in CougarBoard history Subscribe for more BYU sports coverage, recruiting talk, roster breakdowns, and year-round Cougar conversation. #BYU #BYUBasketball #BYUFootball #Cougars #TransferPortal #Big12 #LoyalCougars #CougarBoard

    43 min

  7. Apr 13

    How High Is BYU’s Transfer Portal Panic Meter? Brighter future: Football or Basketball?

    The latest BYU football and basketball storylines are front and center in this episode of the Loyal Cougars Podcast. We break down BYU’s biggest transfer portal losses and additions, grade the Cougars’ basketball portal haul so far, and debate whether the future is brighter for BYU football or BYU basketball. Also, introducing the BYU Football Top 20 countdown where we list the top 20 players on BYU's roster every week until the season kicks off against Utah Tech. Plus, we revisit some classic CougarBoard history and old recruiting takes that still make BYU fans laugh. In this episode: - BYU basketball transfer portal winners and losses - Who BYU should build around next - Brighter future: BYU football or BYU basketball? - BYU Football Top 20: No. 20 - This week in CougarBoard history #BYU #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #Cougars #Big12 #TransferPortal #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball

    39 min

  8. Apr 6

    BYU or Utah: Better Big 12 title odds? Are the Cougars underrated and Utes overrated again?

    In this episode of The Loyal Cougars Podcast, we break down the latest Big 12 championship odds by FanDuel, whether Texas Tech deserves to be the heavy favorite, and why BYU might have a real path back to the conference title game. We also dive into: - AJ Dybantsa’s huge week, including his Julius Erving Award win, All-America honors, and the massive NBA/stay-or-go conversation - How close this BYU basketball team really was to national-title level - BYU women’s basketball making a historic run to the WBIT championship game - Jane Hedengren smashing the NCAA 10,000m record and what her rise means for BYU track - The latest on Trump's NCAA executive order and what it could mean for college sports If you care about BYU football, BYU basketball, recruiting, and Cougar headlines, this episode is packed. Subscribe for more BYU coverage, reaction, and analysis from The Loyal Cougars Podcast. #BYU #BYUFootball #BYUBasketball #Big12 #AJDybantsa #JaneHedengren #LoyalCougars #CougarBoard

    47 min
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