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SECRET WEAPON? Will BYU Football DOMINATE Colorado State Despite Matt Mitchell's Knowledge & Intel? | Siale Esera Injured & Depth Chart Changes | Kalani Sitake's Weekly Press Conference
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- Sep 14, 2026
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- 2084
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Summary
BYU football enters their road clash with Colorado State as decisive favorites, but could a familiar face on the Rams’ sideline alter the expected narrative? Former BYU offensive analyst Matt Mitchell—now Colorado State’s quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator—brings deep institutional knowledge of Aaron Roderick's offense and Bear Bachmeier’s tendencies. Kalani Sitake openly addresses the unique chess match this presents: Will Mitchell’s inside perspective help Colorado State engineer an upset, or is BYU’s superior talent and preparation poised to prevail? The strategic intrigue is heightened further by the Rams’ head coach Jim Mora and the presence of Matt Ah You, another figure with ties to Brigham Young University, adding yet another layer to the matchup. Jake Hatch breaks down the BYU Cougars’ latest depth chart and injury developments, with a particular focus on Siale Esera's absence at linebacker following the Arizona contest. How does this impact BYU’s defensive rotation, and is the squad’s deep pool of talent—featuring standouts like Nusi Taumoepeau, Braxton Lindsey, Isaiah Glasker and Cade Uluave—enough to maintain dominance in the heart of the defense? Hatch also zeroes in on emerging running backs Journee Tonga and Devaughn Eka, both rapidly climbing the ladder in BYU’s rotation, underscoring the program’s continued success recruiting Southern California standouts and developing talent that's ready to step in when called upon. Key discussion points include adjustments BYU made against Arizona, such as deploying Faletau Satuala in versatile defensive roles and shifting to nickel packages with hybrid players like Jayven Williams and Cannon DeVries. Insights from Kalani Sitake offer listeners a window into how the Cougars’ coaching staff adapts scheme…