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Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

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BYU Football
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BYU
Kevin Young
Fall Camp
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Gary Bohannon
NIL
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Jake Retzlaff
Ollie Gordon
Zach Wilson
Mental Performance Coaching
BYU Basketball
Transfer Portal
Camp Kalani
Aaron Torres Podcast
West Virginia Mountaineers
Arizona Wildcats

Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) keeps you up-to-date on all things BYU Sports. We not only cover football & basketball, but we dive into recruiting, baseball, soccer, and more. For insight that you can't get anywhere else, tune into 960 AM or 94.5 FM Monday-Friday from 3-7 PM MST. Follow us on social media @espn960sports & interact with us using #ESPN960.

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)

Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:

Apple Podcasts:

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Episode: 12-5-25 - Blayne Anderson, Banderwealth - Who are we most excited about from BYU Football's 2026 signing class?
Derwin Gray
Former BYU football player and current pastor
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Episode: 12-5-25 - Pastor Derwin Gray, former BYU DB - What does Kalani Sitake's new contract say about the progression of BYU?
Shayhan Jayarajah
National writer for CBS Sports covering college football
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Episode: 12-2-25 - Hour 1 - What does Kalani Sitake’s decision to stay at BYU say about the program’s direction & his commitment to the Cougars?
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Episode: 12-2-25 - Hour 2 - Is Kalani Sitake among the top coaches in college football?
Rob Wright III
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Episode: 11-21-25 - Hour 2 - How does Bear Bachmeier stack up against Cincinnati's defense?
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Episode: 11-21-25 - Lane Alo, Owner of Gameday Men's Health - Why has BYU Football struggled at times on the road this season?
Scott Satterfield
Head Coach of Cincinnati Bearcats football team.
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Episode: 11-21-25 - Hour 1 - What should we expect from the Cincinnati Bearcats against BYU tomorrow?

Host

Ben Criddle
Host of Cougar Sports, providing detailed updates and insightful commentary on BYU athletics, particularly football and basketball.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 439 ratings
  • Strong guest lineups make the show

    While I will be clicking the delete, off, or fast forward buttons during any future Kevin Reynolds appearances, Criddle’s show remains a great way to get one’s daily dose of BYU sports.

    Guest commentators have increasingly consisted of his sponsors of late for whatever reason. Having noted that, the show still secures an interesting lineup of player interviews and commentary from former players and media personalities with current and/compelling takes re: BYU sports. The practice reports and d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Let’s Go Cougs
    United States4 months ago
  • My review after many years of listening

    Love Ben. My wife listens too and tells me “He’s making up words!” I tell her no those are real words LOL. I love his enthusiasm and his pontification as he ideates on my favorite passion. He makes the long summers more tolerable. I never miss a podcast. I love Gurney. He’s my favorite “Scooby doo” impersonator. He has such insightful and excellent takes. And “Ronald the Three Man Weaver” such a talent for such a young man that jumps right in and fills in with eloquence. Finally the guest are ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TherealEdither
    United States5 months ago
  • Awesome Show

    Ben really knows his stuff and always has great guests and co-hosts. I really like ronald too. Lots of great content every weekday so I always have something to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonnyh22
    United States6 months ago
  • Best BYU podcast around!!

    I gotta start out saying that this is my favorite BYU podcast. Between all the interviews Ben does and all the first-hand knowledge he has, it's very entertaining and informative. With that being said, there is a massive drop off when Ben is absent. Nothing against Ron personally but he has the tendency to talk over his co hosts constantly when he is running the show. He will say the exact thing they do at the same time as if to take credit for what they are saying. I think he struggles a bit bu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BYU junkie
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Show

    Great show about BYU sports. Very in depth insight and lots of great guests join the show. Faith, Family, Football! I only wish they uploaded the episodes quicker after they air live!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ColbyD04
    United States8 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are mixed feelings regarding the quality of commentary when primary hosts are absent, with some expressing a desire for improved consistency.
The dynamic between hosts and guests is often highlighted as a strong point, delivering valuable insights in an entertaining format.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of BYU sports and the engaging discussions surrounding team performance and recruitment strategies.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

12-1-25 - Hour 4 - Who actually makes the final call on retaining Kalani Sitake and approving a "competitive/retention offer"?
Q: What level of hope do you have that this is the direction that the institution and even the church, to a degree, wants to go in leadership going forward of the BYU football program?
I'm hopeful, but again, it's going to be made manifest by decisions that are made.
12-1-25 - John Beck - Former BYU QB & QB Coach 3DQB - What factors influence a coach’s decision to leave one university for another?
Q: Why would you leave a job that was your dream job?
Factors influencing this decision might include a new challenge, internal program dynamics, support from administration, financial incentives, and personal considerations.
12-1-25 - Matt Brown - ExtraPointsmb.com - Could a move to Penn State be in the cards for Kalani Sitake?
Q: How much smoke is there really around this Penn State deal or offering?
Matt acknowledges legitimate conversations but points out that no one has confirmed an official offer yet.
12-1-25 - Matt Brown - ExtraPointsmb.com - Could a move to Penn State be in the cards for Kalani Sitake?
Q: What have you learned about this situation?
Matt discusses the rumors around Kalani Sitake being a candidate for Penn State, emphasizing the reality of negotiations and the uncertainty of whether he will accept the position.
12-3-25 - Brandon Huffman - National Recruiting Editor, 247Sports - Why does Brandon see Bott Mulitalo as a top BYU 2026 recruit?-
Q: Why isn't Ryder Lyons a five-star recruit?
People typically only complain about those who drop in rankings and don't acknowledge when others improve, illustrating the subjective nature of rankings.

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