Cougar Sports Saturday (BYU)

In this week’s edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss their preferred landing spots for AJ Dybantsa ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery. The guys also dive into the return of an in-state basketball rivalry over the next two seasons and debate whether bringing the matchup back is the right move for both programs. Later in the show, Mitch and Nate break down the post-spring Big 12 Conference power rankings from KSL Sports and react to the American Football Coaches Association supporting a 24-team college football playoff. The show wraps up with a look at BYU Cougars football’s 2026 road schedule, a conversation with a four-star defensive line commit, and a discussion about BYU football player geography.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down BYU football’s road schedule now that tickets are available, and discuss which away game should be at the top of fans’ travel lists this fall.

Week two of this brand new segment features Mitch Harper and Nate Slack drafting their dream renovations for LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack run down the list of noteable accomplishments and marks made by BYU programs and athletes during this edition of Cougar Tales.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their takes on the American Football Coaches Association’s endorsement of a move to a 24-team college football playoff.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about whether or not fans should be wary of preseason expectations that have been placed on this year's football team.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack evaluate the KSL Sports team's post-spring Big 12 power rankings.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their opinions on the NCAA Tournament expanding from 68 teams to 76 and whether or not they think it was a good decision.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the revival of an in-state rivalry on the hardwood set to return over the next two seasons — and share their thoughts on whether bringing the matchup back is the right move.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the history of the four BYU players who have been picked in the NBA Draft Lottery.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the most likely landing spots for former Cougar AJ Dybantsa to get drafted to and share where their preferred places would be.

A local hospital gives insight into just how serious BYU RB Sione Moa's injury was. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack roll out a new segment "Drafting the Y" this weeks discussion is their favorite BYU Football Helmets. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss the Big 12 Conference landing a new private capital deal. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their opinions on the changes in Cougar Club season ticket purchases. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on the expectations for incoming 5 star recruit Bruce Branch III 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss whether or not any other Cougar Basketball players aside from AJ Dybantsa will be taken in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive deep into BYU footballs depth chart for the upcoming season. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack give their thoughts on whether or not the NCAA should bring back a post-spring tranfer portal window. 

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack discuss BYU's football future following Texas Tech Quarterback Brendan Sorsby's gambling scandal. 

After AJ Dybantsa declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, where would Mitch Harper like to see the BYU star selected? He shared the destinations that would be the best fit.

Mitch Harper shared his instant reaction to BYU football linebacker Jack Kelly being selected by the New York Giants in the 6th round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

When one NFL Draft nears a conclusion, it's time to start looking at the next one. Mitch Harper shared the players who he believes are the top NFL prospects from BYU for the 2027 NFL Draft.

BYU picked up a commitment from four-star defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams. Mitch shared his thoughts on that commitment and the work BYU is putting in for the class of 2027.

Through 10 years under head coach Kalani Sitake, Mitch Harper dives into the NFL Draft picks out of BYU.

Mitch Harper was joined by former BYU basketball and NBA center Eric Mika to discuss the top priorities for roster construction moving forward for year three under head coach Kevin Young.

This past week was graduation at Brigham Young University, one of the former BYU student-athletes who graduate in the class of 2026 is the winningest quarterback in BYU history, Max Hall.

The 2026 NFL Draft has experienced a growing trend of older players. One NFL General Manager finds that to be a bad thing. Is it good for BYU players?

BYU basketball picked up a commitment from TCU transfer Adam Stewart on Saturday. He has a connection to head coach Kevin Young. Mitch Harper hit on that and the latest with the 2026-27 roster.

BYU basketball star AJ Dybantsa declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. Mitch Harper discussed the legacy that Dybantsa leaves with the BYU basketball program and where he will go in the NBA draft.

In this edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk transfer portal additions for BYU hoops, the return of star point guard Rob Wright, and share their thoughts on how the hoops' roster is coming together. Catch commentary from Bear Bachmeier, Raider Damuni, Bruce Mitchell, and Faletau Satuala. Also learn where ESPN has BYU football ranked in its way-too-early Top 25 Poll and what basketball player Nate Pickens feels the team was lacking this season.

Star safety Faletau Satuala talks about his decision to run it back with BYU this year and if he ever flirted with the idea of testing the transfer portal waters.

Mitch Harper caught up with BYU center Bruce Mitchell during spring camp and talked about goals and expectations Bruce has for himself heading into his senior season.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share whether or not they agree with ESPN putting BYU at No. 12 in their way-too-early Top 25. THe two also share where they would put the Cougars and discuss where BYU's opponents also found themselves in the list.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack react to BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier throwing a laser in the first pitch at a BYU baseball game and a video of Bear and his brother Tiger singing karaoke at a Hawaiian restaurant in Provo earlier this week.

Mitch Harper had an interview with BYU football's Raider Damuni after a spring practice. Hear how Raider feels he fits in the new defense under new defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga.

BYU star football player Bear Bachmeier talks about whether or not he entertained the idea of entering the transfer portal this winter.

Hear Cougar signal caller Bear Bachmeier talk about his many nicknames as well as what he feels the team accomplished during spring practices.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their takes on a proposal from the NCAA to limit players to five years of eligibility in five seasons and whether or not they think this is a good move.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack react to comments made by senior guard Nate Pickens made on a podcast with Trevin Knell and Dawson Baker about where he felt last year's team fell short.

The roster is still being constructed, but Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their thoughts on how Kevin Young and staff are putting this year's basketball roster together and who they want to see the Cougars add next.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack talk about how important it is that guard Rob Wright III withdrew his name from the transfer portal and is returning to Provo for his junior season. The guys also talk about expectations for Rob next season and where they would like to see him improve.

In this edition of Cougar Sports Saturday, Mitch Harper and Nate Slack break down all the latest with the transfer portal with the BYU basketball team before shifting attention over to BYU football. 

Full Show: March 28th, 2026

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into some of the performances by former BYU players at its annual pro day in Provo.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share some notes and observations from Day 8 of spring ball.

Mitch Harper caught up with BYU passing game coordinator Fesi Sitake after practice earlier this week to get an update on players making a difference through the first 8 spring practices.

Hear what BYU head coach Kevin Young had to say about the Cougars' upset loss earlier this week in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack dive into the Cougars' roster contsturction for next year's basketball team, including guys who are returning from missions, incoming freshmen, and names that could potentially enter the transfer portal.