Cougar Tailgate

BYU Football is 1-0 with an ugly win over Sam Houston. Fans who chimed in were subdued. But, Hema Heimuli and Ben Bagley join Lauren McClain to talk about the underwhelming performance from the Cougar's offense and the impressive feat by the defense. Plus, they discuss what they want to see from the team against in-state foe Southern Utah.

BYU begins the season 1-0 with an ugly win over Sam Houston State. Lauren, Hema, and Ben discuss the underwhelming performance from the offense and what needs to change. They also talk about the impressive showing from the defense. Lauren, Hema, and Ben discuss fan-submitted responses about their concerns with the offense. Plus, they discuss what Cougar fans want to see on Saturday versus the Thunderbirds of Southern Utah.

Everyone loves a good tailgate. This week our roundtable team of Lauren McClain, Cleon Wall and Greg Wrubell discuss what the atmosphere will be like inside of Lavell Edwards Stadium and even what Week 1 Expectations will be for the Cougars against Sam Houston. Is a win enough? We invite you to the Cougar Tailgate to share stories, honor traditions and swap recipes. Cougar Tailgate is a production of BYUradio.

Lauren and Cleon are joined by Brian Logan to kickoff Cougar Tailgate's new roundtable discussion format! They discuss the most important game for the Cougars this season, the worst-case scenario, and each of them give their boldest take for the season. Plus, we discuss some fan-submitted hot takes, and they are SPICY!

Let's get ready to rumble!! Lauren and Cleon discuss who would be the last mascot standing in a Big-12 mascot battle. Wide Receiver Kody Epps joins the show from Big-12 Media Days and talks about playing high school football with NFL star receiver Amon Ra St. Brown, which NFL quarterback he wants to catch a touchdown from, and which NFL team he supports. Plus, the Cougars are in the middle of 2023 Fall Camp and running back Deion Smith joins the show! Smith discusses his individual goals for Fall Camp, his experience with Cougar Nation so far, and his go-to food spot in Provo!

The Holy War is back! Lauren and Cleon discuss the latest news of Utah, Arizona, and Arizona State joining the Big-12, the collapse of the Pac-12, and who the Big-12 should look at from the ACC. Plus, OT Caleb Etienne joins the show and talks about the differences between BYU fall camp compared to Oklahoma State, what he enjoys about Provo, and how the offensive line is coming on. Also, CB Eddie Heckard joins the show and discusses his relationship with DC Jay Hill, the improvement of the defense throughout fall camp, and his improving golf game.

Fall Camp is Here! Lauren and Cleon discuss quotes from Safety Micah Harper and DC Jay Hill during Fall Camp media availability. The Cougars going overseas? The Big-12 has discussed the possibility of playing games in Mexico City, so Lauren and Cleon explore where they would like to see the Cougars play overseas. Running Back Aiden Robbins talks about getting acclimated to the team, working with Harvey Unga, and building chemistry with QB Kedon Slovis. Linebacker Chaz Ah You discuss the excitement of playing in the Big-12, being a veteran leader on the defense, and what games he has circled.

Colorado back in the Big-12? Yep! Lauren and Cleon discuss what they like and dislike about the Buffaloes return to the conference. Lauren and Cleon also discuss what they hope to see from the Cougars during fall camp. Quarterback Kedon Slovis joins the show and talks about the Big-12 compared to other conferences, his favorite NFL quarterback, and what sport he would've played instead of football. Plus, only five weeks away from the season! Lauren and Cleon got through the importance of the number five in BYU football history. And defensive end Tyler Batty talks about what loves most about the new defense and more.

Pioneer Day is here! Lauren and Cleon discuss the pioneers of BYU sports. Head Coach Kalani Sitake talks about his favorite way to wind down, his hidden talents, and who he emulates in his coaching style. Lauren and Cleon also debate whether BYU being picked to finish 11th in the Big 12 is a positive or negative for the Cougars. And punter Ryan Rehkow talks about his favorite punts and more.

Jason Shepherd joins the show to discuss Big 12 Media Days and what has stood out to him so far. Then it's dinner time! Lauren and Cleon pick which former BYU Football players/coaches they would want to go to dinner with. Plus, Lauren and Cleon discuss hypothetical changes they would love to see at Lavell Edwards Stadium.