{"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. Every Day.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-26T16:22:06.688640+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433"},"episode":{"title":"UNDISPUTED: Will BYU Star LJ Martin Become the GREATEST Running Back in BYU Football History? | Legacy, Records & Good Locker Room Vibes Abound","slug":"undisputed-will-byu-star-lj-martin-become-the-greatest-running-back-in-byu-football-history-legacy-records-good-locker-room-vibes-abound","published_at":"2026-05-02T18:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433/undisputed-will-byu-star-lj-martin-become-the-greatest-running-back-in-byu-football-history-legacy-records-good-locker-room-vibes-abound","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433","url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-cougars/","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/63a296/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/df3adc55-2f40-437c-852e-1d8b8122e2c6/episodes/68e58648-2e86-43d1-a82b-3ad9bd89ee0d/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=df3adc55-2f40-437c-852e-1d8b8122e2c6&awEpisodeId=68e58648-2e86-43d1-a82b-3ad9bd89ee0d&feed=DzohBBeS","summary":"BYU running back LJ Martin stands on the edge of history, poised to become the BYU football program’s all-time leading rusher while also carrying the title of reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year. His journey is one marked by grit, ambition, and a hunger to elevate both his personal game and the fortunes of the BYU Cougars. Facing tough decisions after a breakout season, LJ Martin opens up to Jake Hatch about why he chose to forgo the NFL Draft—despite widespread speculation about his status as a priority pick—and return to Provo for one more run with his teammates. NFL scouts are watching closely: will LJ Martin match or surpass legends like Jamaal Williams, Harvey Unga, and Tyler Allgeier to set a new standard for Cougar running backs? Listeners get unprecedented access to LJ Martin’s mindset during this pivotal offseason. After missing spring ball to recover from shoulder surgery, he took on a mentoring role, helping younger running backs develop while staying engaged with the Cougar offense from the sidelines. This episode uncovers how that leadership experience has strengthened team unity and allowed Martin to forge deeper connections—including memorable moments off the field, like competitive all-you-can-eat pancake outings with quarterback Bear Bachmeier and teammates. The chemistry in BYU’s locker room is undeniable, fueled not only by shared triumphs but also the sting of close defeats, most notably back-to-back heartbreakers against Texas Tech. The conversation shifts to personal motivations: is breaking the rushing record truly Martin’s top priority? He reveals that team success and one last shot with his “guys” overrides individual milestones, even as his on-field production and durability are put to the ultimate test. As the fall season approaches,…","meta_description":"BYU running back LJ Martin stands on the edge of history, poised to become the BYU football program’s all-time leading rusher while also carrying the titl…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":541,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433/episodes/undisputed-will-byu-star-lj-martin-become-the-greatest-running-back-in-byu-football-history-legacy-records-good-locker-room-vibes-abound/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cougars-daily-podcast-on-byu-cougars-football-basketball-935433/undisputed-will-byu-star-lj-martin-become-the-greatest-running-back-in-byu-football-history-legacy-records-good-locker-room-vibes-abound.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}