Y’s Guys Podcast

Tonight’s show features special guests Will Ferrin and Sam Vander Haar, BYU’s dynamic duo on Special Teams, as they share their biggest moments, including beating Utah and pulling off fake kicks. Jimmer Fredette joins us to talk BYU hoops, his travels, and his top five exotic foods. Plus, BYU baseball coach Trent Pratt previews the upcoming season and shares his insights on the team’s growth in th...

The January 20, 2025, episode of Y’s Guys was packed with in-depth analysis, insightful interviews, and engaging stories. Hosts Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler kicked off the livestream by recapping recent developments in BYU sports, starting with a discussion of the 2025 preseason rankings and how BYU Football is earning recognition as a Big 12 powerhouse. The hosts analyzed BYU’s football schedule...

The January 13, 2025, episode of Y’s Guys delivered an action-packed livestream covering the latest updates across BYU athletics. Hosts Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler kicked off the show with a recap of BYU Football’s latest recruiting win, welcoming four-star athlete McKay Madsen, who chose BYU over Oregon and UCLA. They highlighted Madsen’s versatility as a linebacker and running back, as well as...

This week’s Y’s Guys livestream kicked off the new year with a lively and engaging discussion featuring special guest David Nixon, former BYU linebacker and NFL player. Hosts Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler explored a range of topics, starting with BYU football’s Alamo Bowl triumph and the standout performances of key players, including LJ Martin and Tyler Batty. Nixon brought insider expertise to t...

The December 30th Y’s Guys livestream celebrated the highlights of 2024 and looked ahead to an exciting new year. Hosts Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler recapped the top 10 BYU sports stories of the year, with plenty of energy and reflection. The discussion included standout moments from BYU's bowl season, portal player additions, and speculation about the potential for success in upcoming sports sea...

Ad-Free Podcast Now Available: https://ysguys.supercast.com This week, Y’s Guys, hosts Dave and Blaine deliver an exciting mix of expert analysis, heartfelt reflections, and inside scoops on BYU sports. With the Alamo Bowl approaching, the conversation kicks off with a deep dive into BYU football’s preparations to face Colorado. The hosts emphasize the need for BYU’s defense to step up against the...

Visit: https://www.ysguys.com This week on Y’s Guys Brandon Doman provided a comprehensive breakdown of BYU’s strategy for the Alamo Bowl, stressing the need for BYU to establish a 150-yard rushing attack to control the clock and create play-action opportunities. He pointed out Colorado’s offensive firepower, led by Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, and highlighted the necessity of pressuring San...

In this week’s episode of Y’s Guys, we celebrate BYU’s successful 10-2 football season, preview their Alamo Bowl matchup against Colorado, and discuss Kalani Sitake’s contract extension. Dave and Blaine reflect on the Cougars’ remarkable progress in their second year in the Big 12, sharing their thoughts on the team’s success and areas for improvement as they prepare for their highest-paying bowl...

To subscribe to highlights, and to enjoy past livestream recordings, visit: https://www.ysguys.com In this episode of Y’s Guys, we recap an eventful week in BYU sports, including the Cougars’ victory over Houston in their final regular-season game, bowl projections, and an in-depth conversation with special guest Austin Collie. Dave and Blaine highlight BYU’s 30-18 win against Houston, which featu...

In this Thanksgiving edition of Y’s Guys, we celebrate BYU Athletics’ recent achievements and preview the high-stakes home finale against Houston. Dave and Blaine analyze BYU’s Big 12 championship hopes, which require a win and some help from other conference games. After recapping BYU’s tough loss to Arizona State, they highlight Blaine Fowler’s keys to beating Houston: being aggressive on defens...

SERVICE PROJECT LINK: https://sites.google.com/asu.edu/byu-operation-feed-read/home In this episode of Y's Guys, we looked back on BYU’s season so far and recapped the highlights leading up to their showdown against Arizona State. With BYU ranked No. 14 and Arizona State No. 23, the stakes were high as the Cougars aimed for a spot in the Big 12 Championship. The hosts broke down Blaine Fowler’s ke...

To subscribe to highlights, and to enjoy past livestream recordings, visit: https://www.ysguys.com This week, Dave and Blaine recap BYU’s thrilling 22-21 victory over Utah, securing a second straight win against the Utes and marking BYU’s first win in Salt Lake since 2006. We highlight BYU's strong second-half performance, shutting out Utah and outscoring them 12-0 to seal the comeback. Key moment...

A great message from our two university presidents: https://rivalright.org/ Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler dive into BYU’s big week as the Cougars prepare to face Utah in the 96th meeting of the intense rivalry. With BYU now ranked No. 9 in the AP Top 25, the stakes are high as they look to continue their undefeated season. Former Utah QB and current analyst Scott Mitchell joins the show, sharing h...

In this episode of Y's Guys, we celebrate BYU’s 8-0 start following a 37-24 victory over UCF and look ahead to the Cougars’ upcoming showdown with Utah on November 9th. The hosts break down BYU’s strong points from the UCF game, including Jake Retzlaff’s efficient passing, the defense’s success in limiting UCF’s rushing yards, and a memorable fake field goal play. However, they also note areas for...

In this episode of Y's Guys, we recap BYU’s thrilling 38-35 come-from-behind win over Oklahoma State, where Darius Lassiter’s game-winning touchdown with just 10 seconds left sealed the victory. Jake Retzlaff led the offense with 218 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 81 rushing yards, while LJ Martin contributed 120 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. BYU’s resiliency and efficient running game were ke...

In this week’s episode of Y's Guys, we celebrate BYU’s dominant 41-19 victory over Arizona, improving the Cougars’ record to 6-0 and earning them the No. 13 spot in both the AP and Coaches Polls. The win was highlighted by Jake Retzlaff’s efficient passing, strong defensive play, and BYU’s ability to turn turnovers into points. With bowl eligibility secured, the team now sets its sights on the rem...

This week on Y’s Guys, we celebrate BYU Football's rise to No. 14 in the AP Top 25 after a thrilling 5-0 start. We preview the upcoming matchup against Arizona and discuss the team’s impressive performance this season, highlighting standout players and key moments. Special guest Steve Young, Hall of Fame quarterback and BYU legend, joins the show to share his thoughts on the Cougars’ success, Jake...

This week on Y’s Guys’ livestream we celebrate BYU’s thrilling 34-28 victory over Baylor, moving the Cougars to a 5-0 record for the first time since 2001 and earning them the No. 17 spot in the AP Top 25. BYU dominated the first half with a 31-14 lead, fueled by creative play calling and strong performances from Jake Retzlaff and Darius Lassiter. We break down the game’s pivotal moments, includin...

This week on Y’s Guys, we celebrate BYU’s impressive 38-9 win over No. 13 Kansas State. We dive into the key moments that shaped the game, including a flurry of 31 points scored over four consecutive possessions and standout performances like Parker Kingston’s incredible 90-yard punt return, which earned him Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week. Jake Retzlaff led the charge with 149 passing yar...

This week on Y’s Guys, we recap BYU’s 34-14 win over Wyoming, highlighting standout performances from Jake Retzlaff, Chase Roberts, and Keelan Marion. We discuss BYU’s strengths, such as their defensive prowess in holding Wyoming to just 2.3 yards per rush, as well as areas for improvement, including third-down efficiency and penalties. Kalani Sitake’s insights on the game are featured as we look...

This week, Dave and Blaine dive into BYU’s 18-15 victory over SMU, which snapped their five-game road losing streak and brought the Cougars to 2-0 for the season. We break down the key highlights of the game, including the stellar performance of the defense, which held SMU to zero touchdowns — a feat not accomplished since 2016. We also preview BYU’s upcoming game against Wyoming, analyzing the ma...

This week on Y’'s Guys, we break down BYU’s impressive 41-13 victory over Southern Illinois in their season opener. We discuss standout performances, including Jake Retzlaff’s 348-yard, 3-touchdown game, and analyze what went well and what needs improvement as the Cougars prepare for their upcoming game against SMU. We also bring on former BYU quarterback and offensive coordinator Brandon Doman to...

In this “first football game week” episode, we gear up for BYU Football’s season opener against Southern Illinois. We cover all the key updates, including the final quarterback decision, depth chart surprises, and what head coach Kalani Sitake had to say about the upcoming game. We also preview Saturday’s matchup, highlighting Southern Illinois’ strengths and Blaine’s keys to the game. In addition...

In this week’s livestream, we bring you up to speed on the latest BYU Football camp updates, including the ongoing quarterback battle, injury reports, and the team's preparation for the season opener against Southern Illinois on August 31st. We also welcome special guests, BYU Hall of Famer Austin Collie and former BYU linebacker Isaiah Kaufusi, both of whom are joining BYUtv’s GameDay crew this s...

In this episode, Dave and Blaine dive deep into the latest updates and insider stories from BYU Football, including reactions to Saturday’s scrimmage, insights from Associate Athletic Director David Almodova on the 100th season of BYU Football, and what fans can expect inside the stadium this year. We’re also joined by special guest Ty Mattingly, a member of the 1984 national championship team, wh...