The Loyal Cougars Podcast | For BYU Cougars Sports Fans

Another double digit comeback win vs. ISU. Bear carries the Cougars sans LJ. Is BYU just lucky?

Despite the early loss of LJ Martin, BYU overcomes another two-score deficit to beat Iowa State 41-27. Bear Bachmeier shows he can carry the offense, but is BYU just a lucky benefactor of officiating, opponent mistakes, and fluky ball bounces? How long do we expect LJ and others to be out? Plus, breaking down conference championship scenarios. And final thoughts on BYU basketball's exhibition play before the first game of the regular season.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

Bear’s Holy War moment. Better coaching style: Kyle or Kalani? Are we worried at all about hoops?

"There's a Bear on the loose in Provo" joins the likes of Beck to Harline, 4th and 18, and George is Still Running. What makes Bear so special? And Kalani wants BYU fans to know he loves and respects Kyle Whittingham as a friend and mentor, but should we respect his coaching style and approach to the game? Plus, BYU basketball falls to Nebraska in their first scrimmage. Are we concerned at all? Is there anything to take away from the loss? Jake Edmonds and Tosh Mackintosh break it all down.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

BYU weathers the storm in Tucson. Previewing the Holy War. Can the Cougars contain Devon Dampier?

BYU overcomes bad weather and a late 10-point deficit to beat Arizona in overtime, remain undefeated, and achieve bowl eligibility. How does BYU keep winning these games? Plus, the Cougars eye their third straight win against Utah as Fox's Big Noon Kickoff comes to Provo for a top 25 showdown. Should they really be intimidated by Devon Dampier? Give 'em Hell Brigham's Jeff Hansen joins the podcast to break it all down.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

BYU’s offense: The highs and lows against WVU. Are we confident or concerned? Previewing Arizona.

BYU puts together one of its best offensive showings of the season against West Virginia, but also one of its worst with three turnovers. We talk about the good and the bad. Are we confident or worried about the offense moving forward? Plus, ranking our top five 2025 transfer portal pick-ups. And previewing Arizona -- why Noah Fifita might not be Arizona's most dangerous weapon next week.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

BYU’s defensive adjustments stifle Buffs. Bear’s maturity in a hostile environment. Previewing WVU.

After giving up 14 points in the first quarter at Colorado, BYU's defensive adjustments were too much for Kaidon Salter and the Buffs. What were some adjustments we noticed? Plus, Bear Bachmeier looks poised in a hostile environment. How crucial was he in the win? What makes the tornado reverse work? And previewing an injury-riddled West Virginia team ahead of a short week showdown at Lavell Edwards Stadium.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comR&R BBQ: https://randrbbq.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

BYU’s offense takes a massive step forward vs ECU, cracking the AP Top 25, looking ahead to Colorado

BYU remains undefeated after a 34-13 blowout of East Carolina. The Cougar defense continued its dominance, but the offense, led by Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin, took a big step forward, gaining 418 yards and three touchdowns. We break down the game. Plus, the Cougars head back on the road to Boulder, Colorado to take on Coach Prime and the Buffs. We're talking about the matchup and what's at stake.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comR&R BBQ: https://randrbbq.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

5 things we like about BYU football. Where does Bear fall on the list? Plus, previewing ECU.

Daily Herald BYU beat writer Brandon Gurney lists the five things he likes the most about BYU football heading into the Cougars' week four road trip to ECU. Plus, we preview the Pirates. Could this be BYU's first true test of the season or another dominant win? We break it all down.This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comR&R BBQ: https://randrbbq.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

Cougar offense stalls vs. Stanford. Is this BYU’s best defense ever? And week 2 winners and losers

BYU's offense can't take advantage of short fields, scoring only 27 against Stanford. Why we're not too concerned... yet. Plus, the Cougar defense is #2 in the country. Is this BYU's best defense since... 2012? Ever? And our winners and losers from week 2. Were we right about Sam Leavitt and ASU?This week's limited edition merch drop:https://store.cougarboard.com/department/limited-editionOur Sponsors:Truwear Services: https://truwearservices.comR&R BBQ: https://randrbbq.comAptive Pest Control: https://aptivepestcontrol.com/loyalcougars/

Bear shines in BYU’s pleasant but uneventful win over Portland State, plus week 1 winners and losers

Bear Bachmeier accounts for five of BYU's nine touchdowns against a miserable Portland State team. We break down the good and some bad from his seven first half possessions. Will BYU be ranked in this week's AP poll? Tosh and Jake debate. And our winners and losers from week one of the college football season.

Can BYU cover a 43.5 point spread? The Big 12 shines in week 0. And Ryder Lyons dominates on ESPN.

BYU opens up a 43.5-point favorite against Portland State. Can and will the Cougars cover the spread? Plus, Iowa State vs Kansas State from Ireland doesn't disappoint and Kansas shows out against Fresno State -- are we sleeping on Jalon Daniels? And Ryder Lyons puts up video game numbers for Folsom against his rival Grant. We break down his best plays.Visit the Cougarboard merch store 👉 http://cougarboard.com/storeLearn more about Truwear 👉 https://truwearservices.com/?ref=cougarboard