Ben Criddle, Ronald the “Three Man” Weaver, and Andrew Peterson break down the latest news and notes from Cougar Country as BYU Football prepares for its highly anticipated showdown against Notre Dame. The crew discusses the impact of the ROC and the electric atmosphere at LaVell Edwards Stadium, whether BYU can establish a running game without LJ Martin, the Cougars’ defensive strengths, and the keys to pulling off a major upset against the Fighting Irish.
The crew is joined by former BYU football players Steve Clements, Kaipo McGuire, and John Walsh to discuss BYU’s punt return situation and potential adjustments on special teams. Former BYU linebackers Markell Staffieri and Bryan Kehl break down what it will take for the Cougars to defeat Notre Dame, while former BYU defensive back Jaylon Vickers examines whether BYU’s defense can deliver a game-changing performance.
CBS Sports national college football writer Shehan Jeyarajah joins the show to analyze BYU’s offensive identity without LJ Martin and the importance of establishing a consistent rushing attack. Extra Points writer Matt Brown also discusses the financial and revenue disparities between BYU and Notre Dame and how those differences shape the landscape of college athletics. The crew wraps up with final thoughts on the matchup, the importance of home-field advantage, and what a victory over Notre Dame could mean for BYU’s 2026 season.
