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

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
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Recent Episodes

May 25, 2026
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 hitSubscribe for more BYU football, BYU basketball, Big 12 talk, and CougarBoard-fueled takes.#BYUFootball #BYUCougars #LJMartin #Big12Football #CollegeFootball #BYU #LoyalCougars

May 18, 2026
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.

May 12, 2026
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 projectionsWizards vs. Jazz fit for AJBYU vs. Utah State basketball series detailsIs BYU “too good” to play in Logan?BYU-Utah State rivalry triviaTop 20 in 20: Paki FinauBYU football offensive line previewSubscribe for more BYU football, BYU basketball, recruiting, Big 12 talk, and everything Cougar Nation.
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