{"podcast":{"title":"Locked On Cougars - Daily Podcast On BYU Cougars Football & Basketball","slug":"locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433","podcast_index_feed_id":935433,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/DzohBBeS","website_url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-cougars/","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/df3adc55-2f40-437c-852e-1d8b8122e2c6/9873a81e-a3e6-40ed-abc0-5eaa98fb252b/3000x3000/uploads-2f1551454891425-ddohj0rpsy4-f9736b580ccbe9f4ca3289ff57ab7618-2flocked-on-cougars-podcast-bg-new.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Locked On Podcast Network","episode_count":500,"summary":"Locked On Cougars podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the BYU Cougars. Hosted by Jake Hatch, the Locked On Cougars podcast provides your daily BYU Cougars fix with Jake’s unique insights and insider information as he provides expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things BYU Cougars. From the thrilling games at LaVell Edwards Stadium to hoop heaven’s Marriott Center and everywhere in between, the Locked On Cougars podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Cougars locker room and the Big 12. The Locked On Cougars podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. 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Fresh off a season highlighted by double-digit wins and an enhanced long-term deal, the BYU Cougars’ head coach finds himself in the national spotlight again—with major outlets wondering if his next move is coming sooner rather than later. Jake Hatch unpacks the latest Adam Rittenberg piece, exploring why Sitake’s West Coast ties, reputation as an elite recruiter, and proven results make him an appealing target for schools with bigger budgets and grander ambitions. Is BYU’s recent decision to have Sitake report to a university vice president instead of athletic director Brian Santiago fueling tension and speculation about his long-term commitment? With boosters stepping up to increase support and rumors swirling about resource allocation, Hatch questions whether the Cougars can keep their man or if the siren call of Big Ten riches—and programs eager to throw money and resources at their next coach—will prove too tempting. The podcast takes a closer look at BYU’s evolving defensive identity under new coordinator Kelly Poppinga. Poppinga introduces the “6 Seconds of Havoc” philosophy, explaining that the average play lasts just six seconds and he expects maximum disruption every snap. Hatch highlights how playmaking isn’t only about sacks—forcing turnovers, limiting gains on crucial first downs, and putting offenses under relentless pressure will define BYU’s defensive brand this year. As the Cougars open the season against FCS opponent Utah Tech, the coaching staff is demanding every player on the depth chart embrace the havoc mantra, regardless of experience or role. 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