Sep 24, 2026 · 50 min
BYU tests its 3-0 start against Big 12 expectations
BYU Football Hot Takes... Plus CBS Sports Insider Breaks Down the Big 12
The episode weighs whether BYU’s early record reflects a durable team upgrade before pivotal tests against Notre Dame, Utah, and the Big 12.
- 1BYU’s improved offense, defensive continuity, and healthier roster support a stronger team case than last season.
- 2Shehan Jeyarajah sees BYU as a credible Big 12 contender with an undefeated matchup against Notre Dame carrying national stakes.
- 3Kate Pryor and Grace Frederick preview a ranked Baylor opener built on confidence, defense, and competitive practice habits.
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The brief
Jarom and Dave McCann debate whether BYU’s 3-0 record signals genuine improvement, focusing on offensive growth, defensive continuity, player health, and the looming Notre Dame test.
The football argument turns to roster upgrades, including the wide receiver room, offensive line, and emerging players, while predictions of double-digit wins over Notre Dame and Utah meet skepticism.
CBS Sports’ Shehan Jeyarajah places BYU inside a crowded Big 12 race, assesses its defensive identity and playoff path, and considers the stakes of an undefeated BYU–Notre Dame matchup.
Kate Pryor and Grace Frederick preview BYU volleyball’s ranked Big 12 opener against Baylor, emphasizing confidence, defense, staying present, and the energy of a competitive practice environment.
The episode closes by connecting football expectations with BYU’s wider athletic momentum, including women’s golf’s win at Texas Tech and headlines across several Cougar programs.