Cougar Center (BYU sports)

By Mitch Harper

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Weekly show providing in-depth coverage and analysis of BYU athletics along with terriffic discussions of the latest in sports.

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Mitch Harper from ESPN 960 and CougarSportsInsider.com (247Sports) hosts the Cougar Center Podcast, the longest running BYU podcast in the market. This episode of Cougar Center breaks down: - BYU at Arizona - BYU's decision to start Tanner Mangum - ...

Cougar Center (BYU sports) episodes:

08.30.2018 8/30/18 - Week 1: BYU at Arizona Preview; Mangum is your Starting QB Mitch Harper from ESPN 960 and CougarSportsInsider.com (247Sports) hosts the Cougar Center Podcast, the longest running BYU podcast in the market. This episode of Cougar Center breaks down: - BYU at Arizona - BYU's decision to start Tanner Mangum - ...
05.23.2018 5/22/18: BYU's Historic QB Battle, Jonah to the Jets, Jacob Conover, & Week 1 Vegas lines Cougar Center Podcast hosted by Mitch Harper discussed a variety of BYU topics: BYU quarterbacks, Jonah Trinnaman to the Jets, Vegas Week 1 lines, and Elijah Bryant to the Lakers.
03.30.2018 3/30/18 - BYU Pro Day 2018 Recap Went solo on Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle on ESPN 960 to recap BYU Pro Day 2018. Discussed Fred Warner, Jonah Trinnaman, Tejan Koroma, Tomasi Laulile, Jonny Linehan, Travis Tuiloma, Tanner Balderree, and others.
02.01.2018 2/1/18 - Tom Holmoe’s Vision For BYU Football (2:21) Issues with Alexa (7:28) Tom Holmoe's Vision for BYU Football (27:30) BYU Football Recruiting update (33:30) BYU at Gonzaga Preview (39:24) Super Bowl LII Pick Follow the show on Twitter: @Cougar_Center & @Mitch_Harper Subscribe to the Cougar Center Podcast: ...
01.23.2018 1/22/18 - Defensive Staff Shakeup & Previewing BYU at St. Mary's Welcome back to the Cougar Center Podcast! On this episode of the show: (0:25) Through the Wire (3:53) Preston Hadley...new BYU Safeties Coach; Defensive Staff shakeup (20:36) Crootin' the Cougs Update - Viliami Tausinga commits (28:22) BYU basketball preview vs. ...
01.17.2018 1/16/18 - The latest on BYU's 10th assistant & Cougar Cager thoughts Welcome back to the Cougar Center Podcast! On this episode of the show: - New Year's Resolutions (4:02) Thoughts on the 10th assistant coach search at BYU (15:38) Crootin' the Cougs Update - The latest on the BYU recruiting trail ...
08.29.2017 8/29/17 - LSU Preview: Game headed to the Superdome Recapping BYU's 20-6 win over Portland State and breaking down BYU vs. LSU BYU-LSU is headed to New Orleans. Were there any other options? How much does this change the game?
08.26.2017 8/25/17 - 2017 BYU Football Season Preview ESPN 960's Mitch Harper breaks down the 2017 BYU Football season with Tyson Whiting. Game-by-game predictions and position analysis you can't find anywhere else.
07.24.2017 7/24/17 - Top story lines of the summer & previewing the BYU defense Topics on this episode include: Top storylines from the summer break BYU football Preview: Breaking down the 2017 Defense Why has BYU struggled with Utah in football? Gunner Romney's commitment to BYU Subscribe to this Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/ybz4vfc4
06.06.2017 6/6/17 - Tristen Hoge & James Empey join the BYU football program Cougar Center now available on ESPN960sports.com! The BYU football program announced the additions of former Utah signee James Empey and Notre Dame transfer Tristen Hoge on Monday. How significant are these additions for BYU? 2017 positional previews: Breaking down the ...
05.31.2017 5/31/17 - Trevin Knell commits & 2017 Running Backs Preview Topics on this episode: - ESPN 960 Sports partnership - Getting up to speed - Trevin Knell commits to BYU Basketball - BYU Baseball in the NCAA Tournament - 2017 Positional Previews for BYU Football: Running Backs. The Cougar Center ...
05.03.2017 5/3/17 - BYU football adds Austin Kafentzis; Jamaal to Green Bay Topics on this episode: New BYU Football roster was released Austin Kafentzis is a new QB on the roster. Other observations from the roster. Recapping the NFL Draft and Jamaal Williams being selected by the Green Bay Packers.
04.13.2017 4/13/17 - Changes to the BYU Basketball staff Topics on this episode include: Terry Nashif has left the BYU Basketball staff to pursue business opportunities. How does Rose need to approach this next hire? What does Rose need to look for in his next coach? Roster changes on ...
04.04.2017 4/3/17 - Periscope Weekly Q&A Firing back up the weekly Periscope chats. Had a bunch of questions on the Periscope. Here are some of the discussions. Breakdown of the strengths and weaknesses out of spring football for BYU. Wide Receiver position. Sione Takitaki and Tomasi ...
03.30.2017 3/30/17 - #293: BYU in Las Vegas; Nearing the end of Spring Ball BYU Spring Ball nears completion. Top storylines in the final week of camp. The Raiders are headed to Las Vegas. How does this impact BYU Football? Recruiting Update: BYU lands a JUCO transfer. Pro Day recap -- Where does Jamaal ...
03.26.2017 3/25/17 - Spring Game 2017 Recap Players that stood out from the 2017 spring game. Kalani Sitake's comments Tanner Mangum's play on Saturday. Positions that need to improve during summer and fall camp. Depth of the team. And more.....!
03.22.2017 3/22/17 - #292: Spring Game Preview & Future of BYU hoops Getting ready for Saturday's spring game with a preview and what we want to see in the game. Breaking down the running back position. The BYU secondary. BYU Basketball future. What are the top priorities for Dave Rose this off-season? ...
03.04.2017 3/4/17 - Tom Holmoe's Roundtable & Jamaal's 40 times Topics on this episode: Jamaal Williams went through Running Back drills on Friday. How did he fare and where does his draft stock stand after his performances? Harvey Langi's Combine performance coming up. Latest from Spring Ball: Shuffle to the ...
03.01.2017 3/1/17 - #291: Spring Ball opens up & Cagers knock off No. 1 Zags Cougar Nation Rivals Publisher Mitch Harper and the world famous Bean Mace are back again to recap Day 1 of BYU spring football, look at the top stories to watch in camp, and discuss where BYU hoops' historic win over ...
02.16.2017 2/16/17 - Top Football Newcomers in 2017 & NFL Combine BYU Basketball earned a big win away from the Marriott Center against San Francisco after a devastating loss to Pepperdine. Could BYU hoops pull off the upset against St. Mary's? Is Yoeli Childs the best true freshman to ever play ...
02.03.2017 2/3/17 - BYU falls to #1 Gonzaga BYU lost to #1 Gonzaga on Thursday night, 85-75. Cougars were outclassed by a superior Zags program.
02.02.2017 2/2/17 - Cougar Center: Signing Day 2017 Recap Top storylines from BYU’s 2017 Signing Day Chaz Ah You’s helicopter ride Alden Tofa and Lorenzo Fauatea Returned Missionaries The misses Early look at 2018 And more…..
01.31.2017 1/31/17 - Night before Signing Day buzz What’s the latest buzz surrounding the prospects that are uncommitted? Looking at BYU’s class. Does have any shot with Jay Tufele? Possible position changes when these players arrive in Provo.
01.26.2017 1/26/17 - BYU's bowl future; Cagers face Santa Clara With the Poinsettia Bowl no longer around, what will BYU's bowl future look like? Update on the recruiting trail. Cougars lose a commit for 2018 and tidbits on the 2017 class. BYU Basketball travels to Santa Clara to take on ...
01.25.2017 1/25/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: One week until Signing Day BYU landed commitments from Langi Tuifua and D'Angelo Gunter The top uncommitted prospects Kalani Sitake and his staff on the recruiting trail.
01.18.2017 1/18/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: Two weeks till Signing Day The latest updates on the BYU football recruiting trail with two weeks remaining till Signing Day. Jay Tufele's official visit. Where does BYU stand from here? Polynesian Bowl: Could BYU be receiving commitments from players at the all-american showcase game? ...
01.14.2017 1/14/17 - 2017 Mid-Year Transfers & Returned Missionaries BYU released their list of mid-year transfers and returned missionaries who are enrolled right now. Breaking down the 10 players that are joining the program and what type of impact they can have in 2017. Roster analysis.
01.12.2017 1/12/17 - #290: Evaluating Dave Rose and BYU Hoops Topics on this episode: Bean Mace co-hosted on this episode. Recapping the National Championship game between Clemson and Alabama. Way-too-early 2017 College Football rankings Has Dave Rose plateaued at BYU? What can change and what improvements need to be made ...
01.07.2017 1/7/17 - Saying Goodbye to LaVell The public memorial service for LaVell Edwards took place on Friday night. 1320 KFAN BYU Insider Mitch Harper was there and shares his experience of attending the service.
01.06.2017 1/6/17 - BYU falls to St. Mary's in their tiny gym BYU Basketball lost to #19 St. Mary's last night. What concerns emerged from that game for the Cougar Cagers, and is there any chance of an NCAA at-large bid at this point? Also, previewing Saturday's game against Pacific in the ...
01.05.2017 1/5/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: Wayne Tei-Kirby interview New BYU defensive tackle Wayne Tei-Kirby joined Mitch Harper for the latest episode of Crootin' the Cougs on the Cougar Center Podcast. Tei-Kirby explained the process of leaving Oregon for BYU, and why he ultimately made that move. Also discussed ...
01.04.2017 1/4/17 - #289: Remembering LaVell Edwards Remembering the impact of LaVell Edwards on BYU, College Football, and all the people that came in contact with Coach Edwards. Memories of coach and games he was part of. The simplicity of his program that delivered tremendous results. Jamaal ...
12.28.2016 12/28/16 - Tanner Mangum & WCC Power Rankings Mitch Harper and Bean Mace sit down for their weekly conversation of all things BYU sports. The guys give grades on the 2016 BYU Football team along with the coaching staff. They discuss what to expect from Tanner Mangum in ...
12.24.2016 12/24/16 - BYU Football: 2016 Season in Review Merry Christmas to everyone! Let's take a trip down memory lane and look back at the highlights and the low points of the 2016 BYU Football season; Kalani Sitake's first season as the head coach. Mitch Harper shares his memories ...
12.22.2016 12/22/16 - Poinsettia Bowl Recap: Jamaal is about to get paid It wasn't pretty, but BYU finds a way to come away victorious over the Wyoming Cowboys, 24-21 Jamaal Williams showed why he is BYU's greatest Running Back ever in the victory. Kai Nacua with the victory-sealing interception. Kalani Sitake ends ...
12.21.2016 12/21/16 - Poinsettia Bowl Preview It's time! Poinsettia Bowl game day is here and to get you ready for tonight's game, 1320 KFAN BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the game. Bean Mace joined Mitch from San Diego to share some of his thoughts on ...
12.17.2016 12/17/16 - BYU arrives in San Diego; new commit on the trail BYU arrived in San Diego as they continue to prepare for the Poinsettia Bowl. Discussing the activities and also sharing Steve Young's thoughts on the bowl game and what it means going forward for the Cougars. Update on ticket sales. ...
12.15.2016 12/15/16 - Crootin' the Cougs: Mid-Year Transfer period is open Every week, 1320 KFAN BYU Insider Mitch Harper and CougarNation.com’s Senior Recruiting Analyst Jeff Hansen talk BYU recruiting. 100% recruiting talk every week. It’s the only show around that is dedicated solely to BYU recruiting. The Contact Period is over ...
12.14.2016 12/14/16 - #287: What to Watch for in the Poinsettia Bowl Topics on this episode: What to watch for in the Poinsettia Bowl between BYU-Wyoming. Matchups to watch in the game. What can we expect from Jamaal Williams in the bowl game? Team awards for BYU in 2016. What have we ...
12.08.2016 12/8/16 - BYU wins in-state cat fight over Weber State BYU defeated in-state foe Weber State, 77-66 in the Marriott Center on Wednesday night. Mitch Harper shares his thoughts on the game and gives you a recap of the victory.
12.06.2016 12/6/16 - Anonymous BYU mailbag Mitch answers your anonymous Q&A questions regarding BYU sports via Periscope in his weekly Q&A session. BYU schedules Portland State to open the 2017 season. 1 year ago Bronco Mendenhall left BYU for the head coach position at Virginia. Questions ...
12.05.2016 12/5/16 - Initial thoughts on BYU vs. Wyoming in Poinsettia BYU vs. Wyoming is now official in the Poinsettia Bowl. Initial thoughts on the matchup. Wyoming fans are going to be thrilled for a chance at BYU. BYU Basketball dropped a tough one to USC in Los Angeles. Missed opportunity ...
12.01.2016 12/1/16 Crootin' the Cougs - Impact of Helfrich firing on BYU recruiting What impact does Mark Helfrich's firing at Oregon have on BYU's recruiting efforts? The Cougars offered a new athlete for the 2017 class who Ed Lamb has known for awhile. Contact Period is underway. What pitch should Kalani Sitake and ...
12.01.2016 Three takeaways from BYU's 77-63 win over Utah State BYU won the back-and-forth battle on the court taking down the Aggies 77-63 giving the Cougars a much needed bounce back win and a victory over an in-state foe. 1320 KFAN BYU Insider Mitch Harper was at the game and ...
11.30.2016 11/30/16 - #286 Grading Kalani Sitake's first season Grading Kalani Sitake's first season after going 8-4 Reflecting on the career of Taysom Hill. BYU Basketball update with Cougar Nation's basketball reporter Robby McCombs. (@rtmccombs) College Football Championship Week picks RIP Elisa Mahe The Cougar Center Podcast is now ...
11.23.2016 11/23/16 - #285: Is Taysom Hill a Top 10 QB in BYU history? Is Taysom Hill an Top 10 QB all-time at BYU? We ranked the 10 best QB's and discussed if Taysom is in the mix. Senior Day at BYU. The Cougars say goodbye to 21 seniors, who will leave behind the ...
11.21.2016 11/21/16 - Ty Detmer interview; BYU hoops in Vegas BYU offensive coordinator Ty Detmer spoke with Mitch for a few minutes after BYU's victory over UMass on Saturday and shared his thoughts on how Harvey Langi to running back happened. Harvey Langi making the switch to running back is ...
11.18.2016 11/18/16 - UMass vs. BYU preview; Legacy of Taysom Hill UMass a.k.a. "The Fighting Marcus Camby's" take on BYU in an independent special in Provo. What, if anything, should BYU be concerned about with the Minutemen? We are nearing the finish line on Taysom Hill's career at BYU. What will ...
11.17.2016 11/17/16 - Crootin' the Cougs: Latest on Christian PoPoola The latest on Christian PoPoola. The early signing period has come and gone and PoPoola did not sign his letter of intent with the BYU Basketball program. What happens now? Kolby Lee signed his letter of intent with the Cougar ...
11.16.2016 11/16/16 - #284: Possible Poinsettia Opponents & Jamaal to the Senior Bowl Mitch Harper and Bean Mace are back for their weekly Wednesday episode of Cougar Center! BYU Basketball looked great in their season-opener against Princeton. Where can the Cougar Cagers improve, and what is different about this team compared to recent ...

Cougar Center (BYU sports)

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Cougar Center (BYU sports) episodes:

8/30/18 - Week 1: BYU at Arizona Preview; Mangum is your Starting QB

5/22/18: BYU's Historic QB Battle, Jonah to the Jets, Jacob Conover, & Week 1 Vegas lines

3/30/18 - BYU Pro Day 2018 Recap

2/1/18 - Tom Holmoe’s Vision For BYU Football

1/22/18 - Defensive Staff Shakeup & Previewing BYU at St. Mary's

1/16/18 - The latest on BYU's 10th assistant & Cougar Cager thoughts

8/29/17 - LSU Preview: Game headed to the Superdome

8/25/17 - 2017 BYU Football Season Preview

7/24/17 - Top story lines of the summer & previewing the BYU defense

6/6/17 - Tristen Hoge & James Empey join the BYU football program

5/31/17 - Trevin Knell commits & 2017 Running Backs Preview

5/3/17 - BYU football adds Austin Kafentzis; Jamaal to Green Bay

4/13/17 - Changes to the BYU Basketball staff

4/3/17 - Periscope Weekly Q&A

3/30/17 - #293: BYU in Las Vegas; Nearing the end of Spring Ball

3/25/17 - Spring Game 2017 Recap

3/22/17 - #292: Spring Game Preview & Future of BYU hoops

3/4/17 - Tom Holmoe's Roundtable & Jamaal's 40 times

3/1/17 - #291: Spring Ball opens up & Cagers knock off No. 1 Zags

2/16/17 - Top Football Newcomers in 2017 & NFL Combine

2/3/17 - BYU falls to #1 Gonzaga

2/2/17 - Cougar Center: Signing Day 2017 Recap

1/31/17 - Night before Signing Day buzz

1/26/17 - BYU's bowl future; Cagers face Santa Clara

1/25/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: One week until Signing Day

1/18/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: Two weeks till Signing Day

1/14/17 - 2017 Mid-Year Transfers & Returned Missionaries

1/12/17 - #290: Evaluating Dave Rose and BYU Hoops

1/7/17 - Saying Goodbye to LaVell

1/6/17 - BYU falls to St. Mary's in their tiny gym

1/5/17 - Crootin' the Cougs: Wayne Tei-Kirby interview

1/4/17 - #289: Remembering LaVell Edwards

12/28/16 - Tanner Mangum & WCC Power Rankings

12/24/16 - BYU Football: 2016 Season in Review

12/22/16 - Poinsettia Bowl Recap: Jamaal is about to get paid

12/21/16 - Poinsettia Bowl Preview

12/17/16 - BYU arrives in San Diego; new commit on the trail

12/15/16 - Crootin' the Cougs: Mid-Year Transfer period is open

12/14/16 - #287: What to Watch for in the Poinsettia Bowl

12/8/16 - BYU wins in-state cat fight over Weber State

12/6/16 - Anonymous BYU mailbag

12/5/16 - Initial thoughts on BYU vs. Wyoming in Poinsettia

12/1/16 Crootin' the Cougs - Impact of Helfrich firing on BYU recruiting

Three takeaways from BYU's 77-63 win over Utah State

11/30/16 - #286 Grading Kalani Sitake's first season

11/23/16 - #285: Is Taysom Hill a Top 10 QB in BYU history?

11/21/16 - Ty Detmer interview; BYU hoops in Vegas

11/18/16 - UMass vs. BYU preview; Legacy of Taysom Hill

11/17/16 - Crootin' the Cougs: Latest on Christian PoPoola

11/16/16 - #284: Possible Poinsettia Opponents & Jamaal to the Senior Bowl