Byu Sports Nation

It’s a linebacker SPECIAL! Super bowl champion and first round NFL draft pick Rob Morris gives his opinion on the legend of Kyle Van Noy. Another former NFL linebacker and Cougar great -- David Nixon returns to the show… he’ll look ahead to Saturday’s showdown with Georgia Tech… Plus BYU’s scheduling of Stanford and Hawaii… and who is the greatest linebacker in BYU history? Have a voice in today’s poll question.

The running back rotation inside Cougar football takes an unexpected turn.  Why BYU will now count on a redshirt freshman… to rise up in a crucial role. BYUtv football analyst Blaine Fowler explains what sophomore wide receiver Mitch Mathews can do for Cody Hoffman -- and how BYU controls the Georgia Tech spread option…again. Plus…one of the nation’s top scorers on the basketball court -- Tyler Haws --  tells us why this year’s team is primed to compete with the elite. We tip off BYU basketball media day.

BYU football brings home the old wagon wheel and some needed momentum after a 31-14 win at Utah State. What Friday’s victory means for the Cougars season moving forward. It’s another Matich Monday with ESPN college football expert Trevor Matich… He breaks down Taysom Hill’s improving passing game… 3 touchdown passes and all. Plus… BYUtv analyst Brian Logan on how the Cougar defense maintains the consistency against an increasingly difficult schedule.

5 things you need to know about tonight’s in-state rivalry showdown between Utah State and BYU… Get informed before the Friday night lights -- college style. Utah State head coach Matt Wells joins the show -- with the Aggies roadmap to a potential win… and tells you what you DON’T know about quarterback Chuckie Keeton. Plus…one of the first heralded quarterbacks in BYU history...Gary Sheide makes his BYU Sports Nation debut… He’ll sound off on Taysom Hill’s emergence and the Go Fast Go Hard offense.?

The Legend… Hall of Fame Coach LaVell Edwards joins us to discuss the new age of BYU Football. Utah State star linebacker Kyler Fackrell tells us about the transformation of Aggie football -- and why his team has become hungrier than ever  -- to beat the Cougars. Plus…what game is the most important game left on the schedule for BYU?

We venture inside the “other” in-state rivalry.  The radio voice of the Cougars -- Greg Wrubell --  examines the BYU-Utah State game… and why this year’s match-up carries so much more than just rivalry bragging rights. Utah State radio play by play Al Lewis joins BYU Sports Nation  -- Why Utah St. feels they need this win more than BYU… and what it will mean for the Aggie football program moving forward. Plus…BYU sophomore running back Jamaal’s Williams returns -- but not without some cautionary measures from the Cougar coaching staff.  Breaking down the J-Swag-Daddy effect.?

The government shuts down but BYU sports nation rolls on.  Why the BYU - Utah State football showdown is more important than ever.   Former BYU quarterback and college football analyst Blaine Fowler on how BYU slows down an Aggie team led by one of the most dynamic players in college football. Plus… game status for BYU stars Jamaal Williams and Cody Hoffman.  Overcoming injuries and suspension before kickoff in Logan. ?

Cougar football bouncing back with a 27 point win over Middle Tennessee.  ESPN College football expert Trevor Matich analyzes the good, the bad, and the ugly in Friday’s victory. BYU defensive standout Eathyn Manumaleuna joins us LIVE to recap another impressive performance by the Cougar “D.”  He’ll tell us what HAS to happen for the Cougars to survive a rivalry road trip to Utah State. Plus… Defending Taysom Hill.  Receiver J-D Falslev showing some love for his quarterback… and why J-D says critics need to settle down.

Put your gameday faces on… it’s football friday for BYU. The top 5 headlines all fans should know before the Cougars first-ever meeting with Middle Tennessee. BYU national championship quarterback Robbie Bosco joins the show… He’ll break down what he wants to see from the Cougars tonight. Plus…Middle Tennessee’s starting quarterback -- Logan Kilgore on preparing for All-American linebacker Kyle Van Noy -- and how the Blue Raiders can pull an upset.

The author of the Sports Illustrated feature on Spencer Hadley, and friend of the program, Jeff Benedict joins the show. Additional details on what happened at the Utah State prison last Friday and where Hadley goes from here. What’s the east-coast perception of BYU football and the Spender Hadley story? Former Cougar standout, 2-time NFL All-Pro, and award-winning broadcaster Vai Sikahema weighs in from NBC 10 in Philadelphia.  Plus…Men’s basketball coach Dave Rose joins BYU Sports Nation to talk his current health status after surgery… and why all of you should be stoked for the upcoming season.

Cougar football hits the national spotlight in Sports Illustrated… Spencer Hadley opens up about his 5 game suspension.  Incredible details surrounding an emotional week. The man who wrote the article -- Jeff Benedict -- joins us with must-hear insight about what makes the BYU football program so special.  Plus -- Why Spencer Hadley’s All American teammate Kyle Van Noy -- specifically --  is unlike any other player in college football.

Back to sports! BYU sports nation talks with Blaine Fowler about what we can do to improve the "go fast" offense as we move to the Middle Tennesee game this weekend. PLUS a special visit from the mother of Jamal Williams talking about Jamal's injury and his preparations for future games.

On responding to undeniable disappointment… How Cougar Football rises up… after a 4th consecutive loss to arch rival Utah.  Trevor Matich -- 1984 National Champion and current ESPN college football analyst  breaks down the rivalry during another Matich Monday. Plus… Brian Logan of BYUtv tell us where the improvement begins… and the status of Jamaal Williams? Will he play this Friday?

Next on BYU Sports Nation…BYU-Utah under 36 hours from kickoff… The Cougars three must-have’s for a crucial rivalry victory.  Get yourself ready for the 89th edition of the Utes and Cougars -- with all-access awesomeness. What does ESPN Analyst Brock Huard think of the rivalry, Taysom Hill, and Kyle Van Noy? Huard is in-studio today on BYU Sports Nation. Plus…former Cougar receiver and now Utah assistant coach Aaron Roderick breaks down the Utah passing game against BYU’s secondary… and delves in from both sides of the rivalry.

Next on BYU Sports Nation…BYU and Utah... the “Voice of the Cougars” Greg Wrubell is in-studio to discuss why Utah doesn’t make it four in a row... He is a man with DA beard and a long, successful NFL career...former Cougar and current Pittsburgh Steeler Brett Keisel revisits the BYU-Utah rivalry, the NFL, and his role in the Dark Knight Rises. Plus…what are the Utes plans to stop BYU’s record-setting offense? Former Cougar and now Ute defensive coordinator, Kalani Sitake tells us.

Cougar football facing early-season adversity with the suspension of linebacker Spencer Hadley.  Former All-conference defender David Nixon tells us how it will affect Saturday’s rivalry game with Utah… and which BYU player needs to step up as a result. 2006 Mountain West Conference Offensive Player of the Year -- John Beck recounts the throwback to Harline.  He’ll join us live for a breakdown of Saturday’s showdown between the Cougars and Utes. Plus… Cougars in the NFL! -- Bryan Kehl of the Washington Redskins tells us why BYU will beat Utah on Saturday… and what’s the toughest part about playing in the National Football League.

THE rivalry renews… but not without that highly debated two year break.  Why the BYU-Utah series won’t EVER be the same. The radio voice of the Utah Utes… Bill Reilly steps in to our blue zone of questioning… and tells us how exactly the Utes view Saturday’s showdown… and why Utah football needs this win just as much as BYU. Plus… BYUtv Analyst Blaine Fowler plays quarterback comparison with the Cougars and Utes.  His match-up breakdown of BYU’s Taysom Hill and Utah’s Travis Wilson.

Game on!... We kickoff rivalry week in grand fashion.  Jonny Harline wide open… and in studio to discuss the Cougars and Utes. ESPN’s Trevor Matich tells us where the BYU/Utah rivalry ranks nationally and why the passing game will work against Utah...

N-F-L Hall of Famer… and BYU legend Steve Young… talks the evolution of Cougar football.  We’ll play Friday quarterback with one of the greatest to ever throw the pigskin. Former NFL All-pro… and BYU tight end Chad Lewis makes his BYU Sports Nation debut.  We’ll get his sideline perspective of the current Cougar scheme.  He’ll tell us how the tight end position re-emerges in the BYU offense. Plus… College football experts clash over the strength of BYU’s schedule.  Is it not good enough?... We embrace debate on our Friday bash.

BYU QB coach Jason Beck joins Jarom and Spencer to talk about how the BYU team will improve using the bye week. Women’s Volleyball coach Shawn Olmsted checks in as he prepares his team for a big match tonight, and Yahoo Sports college football writer Graham Watson tells us what BYU HAS TO DO to gain more national relevance.