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BYU football improves to 5-0 overall and 3-0 in Big 12 play after defeating the Iowa State Cyclones at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper was in the press box at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

He shared his thoughts on BYU's win over the Cyclones that keep them undefeated and sets up a massive game between BYU and Notre Dame next week.

From Bear Bachmeier's 300-yard passing and 100-yard rushing performance to the play of the BYU defense, Mitch breaks it all down right after the game concluded in Provo.

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

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BYU football players Bear Bachmeier (QB), Walker Lyons (TE), Therrian Alexander III (CB), and Anisi Purcell (DT) speak to reporters after a 24-10 win over Iowa State on October 9, 2026, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke to reporters after the Cougars defeated Iowa State, 24-10, on October 9, 2026, inside LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

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Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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It's game day in Provo. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Friday's show with the BYU players he's watching most closely in tonight's homecoming game against Iowa State (8:15 p.m. MT, ESPN). No. 8 BYU (4-0, 2-0 Big 12) as the Cougars look to get an important win without two of their stars.

In the second segment, Mitch gives his Week 6 Big 12 picks.

Then, finally, he closes the show discussing PV3 Enterprises donating a historic gift to BYU football and BYU Athletics. What does it mean for the football program moving forward? Mitch shares his thoughts.

Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes.

Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 8 BYU (4-0) takes on Iowa State (3-2) in a Friday night showdown at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

From the running back situation to expectations for this game. Mitch dives into it.

Also, in this episode, KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson gives a weather report on what the forecast looks like for Friday night inside LaVell Edwards Stadium against the Cyclones.

Mitch caught up with BYU's leader in sacks this season, Tausili Akana, to discuss where he's improved most in his game and the celebration that is gaining popularity. 

Then, finally, Mitch gives his score prediction for BYU-Iowa State. Will the Cougs come out on top to improve to 5-0?

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Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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Injured BYU football star LJ Martin is expected to be out for awhile.

ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that the star ball carrier is expected to be out for four to six weeks.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the news and what it means for BYU football going forward as they go into the heart of the schedule, beginning with this weekend against Iowa State.

Also, in this episode, Mitch caught up with BYU freshman running back Devaughn Eka. With the news about Martin, Eka might be asked to do more for this BYU football team at running back going forward.

Then, finally, you'll hear from Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers, who is in his first year leading the Cyclones program. He has high praise for head coach Kalani Sitake.

Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes.

Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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No. 8 BYU is 4-0, but the injury report is getting longer on a short week. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Tuesday's show with his first thoughts on Friday night's homecoming game against Iowa State at LaVell Edwards Stadium (8:15 p.m. MT, ESPN).

Next, Mitch turns to a fight over primetime television. On Monday, ESPN slotted No. 3 Notre Dame at No. 8 BYU on October 17 as ABC's Saturday Night Football game (5:30 p.m. MT). If both teams stay in the top 10, it would be the first top-10 matchup ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium. According to Fighting Irish Wire, it would also be ABC's first primetime game not involving an SEC or ACC team in almost three seasons.

The SEC is not happy. ESPN put Alabama at Tennessee, Missouri at Ole Miss, and Auburn at Georgia all in the 3:30 p.m. ET window, and Florida at Texas and Mississippi State at LSU at noon. On his daily show, Clay Travis said ESPN was "protecting" BYU-Notre Dame and Florida State-Miami from SEC competition. He said the conference office is "angry," Tennessee is "furious," and that Tennessee had been told the game would be at night if both teams were having good seasons. "There is going to be hell to pay," Travis said. "They're making all of the SEC teams play head-to-head because the ratings are reflecting that overwhelmingly; sports fans would rather watch the SEC games. This is indefensible." Not everyone agrees, including Mitch.

In the third segment, Mitch talks with Jake Brend of Cyclone Fanatic. Brend is the site's chief content producer. He has covered every step of Iowa State's rebuild under Jimmy Rogers.

Mitch closes the show by asking, is it time to ditch the Navy Blue uniforms?

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Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

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BYU football players Roger Saleapaga (TE), Nusi Taumoepeau (EDGE), and Sonny Makasini (IOL) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 6, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup against Iowa State.

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Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media via Zoom on Monday, October 5, 2026, to preview the Friday night matchup against the Iowa State Cyclones in Provo.

Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes.

Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

BYU football improved to 4-0 over the weekend after defeating the TCU Horned Frogs, 17-10, in Ft. Worth, Texas, at Amon G. Carter Stadium.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the win and also discussed the key injuries to LJ Martin and Isaiah Glasker as both star players are mentioned as "DOUBTFUL" by BYU head coach Kalani Sitake.

Will BYU able to have the same level of success running the football without Martin? The Cougars will turn to Preston Rex, Journee Tonga, Devaughn Eka, and Logan Payne to carry the load.

Mitch also gave his Cougar Stock Exchange report on what's trending up and trending down for the Cougars.

Then, finally, the kickoff time for BYU vs. Notre Dame is set. The Cougars are going to host the Irish in Primetime, under the lights at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast sponsored by Zions Bank to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes.

Cougar Tracks is on YouTube every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT).

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609

YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh

Download the KSL Sports app

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Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio.

Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper.

Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.