The BYU Cougars face a season-defining moment as they take on UCF for Senior Day, driven by the high stakes of College Football Playoff contention. Jake Hatch spotlights BYU’s position in the playoff picture, emphasizing the win-or-go-home message delivered by the committee. The Cougars must secure victory over UCF and, potentially, Texas Tech in the Big 12 title game to ensure their ticket to Arlington. With Chase Roberts doubtful and LJ Martin nursing injuries, roster management and depth become critical X-factors—will Sitake’s preference for physical, disciplined football override the chase for style points, especially if BYU clinches a Big 12 title game spot before kickoff? Jake Hatch unpacks the impact of Arizona State’s result and how it could alter BYU’s approach.On the basketball court, BYU rides high following a gritty win against Miami in the ESPN Events Invitational, buoyed by Kennard Davis Jr.’s return from suspension and stellar performances from Keba Keita, ROb Wright and AJ Dybantsa. As the Cougars prepare for a title clash versus Dayton, Jake Hatch breaks down adjustments made against Miami’s physicality, the implications of Dawson Baker’s knee injury, and how BYU’s backcourt depth will be tested against Dayton’s aggressive full-court press. The analysis highlights the challenges facing Kevin Young in reshuffling the lineup and maintaining momentum with limited recovery time.The episode also features a rapid-fire Q&A with the Locked On Cougars insider community. Jake Hatch addresses concerns about athlete safety in light of social media threats, evaluates the running back situation with LJ Martin’s NFL decision looming, and discusses the evolving roles of Cody Hagen and Dominique McKenzie. Recruiting progress receives attention, with star prospects Ryder Lyons, Brock Harris, and Bott Mulitalo boosting BYU’s all-time rankings. Listeners get insights into Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark’s silence, the CFP committee’s controversial standards, and even Thanksgiving favorites.Packed with insider perspective, strategic analysis, and key injury updates, this episode captures the pulse of BYU athletics on a pivotal weekend. 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