clock menu more-arrow no yes mobile

The Banner

Zach Bloxham's blog on all things BYU Football

Notre Dame, a sub-zero win at best

Freezing temperatures, another holy war, and a win?

BYU drops a heartbreaker to Iowa State 90-88

BYU lost in one of its biggest game of the schedules, but not by much.

Making the Grade: Cougars crush Bengals

BYU did what it needed to do Saturday, send seniors out with one last home win.

BYU clobbers Idaho State, 59-13

Senior Day went exactly as expected. BYU dominated.

Join the Conversation!

Senior Day! BYU vs Idaho State. Are you ready to talk football on the last home game of the season?

Winder, Mika combine for 42 BYU rolls MSM

With Haws out for the night, Anson Winder and Eric MIka led the Cougars in a rout of Mount Saint Mary's 108-76 in the CBE Hall of Fame Classic.

Gonzaga dominates week 1 power rankings

The college basketball season is in full swing and the West Coast Conference is off to a strong start. We rank every team from one to ten based on each team's talent and performance.

Bengals invade Provo

When Idaho State visits LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, it will mark only the fifth game between the schools. On a day the Cougars will be honoring their seniors, the seniors should be able to dictate how they go out.

Does BYU hoops have a three-headed monster?

BYU is 2-0 to start the 2013-14 season with impressive wins over Weber State and Stanford. Those wins are in large part due to the Cougars' "three-headed monster" in the backcourt.

BYU still has plenty to prove

Losing to a great team can be a victory of sorts. BYU learned a lot and maybe gained some more respect as people are starting to give credit to three undervalued and interconnected teams. Read on for that and more on BYU's season still to come.

Making the Grade: Wisconsin roughs up the Cougars

Gary Andersen had the Badgers prepared for BYU's fast pace offense and were able to control the tempo on both sides of the ball as Wisconsin was able to overpower and wear out the Cougars.

What you need to know: Weber State season opener

This Friday BYU will take on Weber State in the Cougars season opener. The Cougars are looking to extend their dominance over the Wildcats while kicking off what could be another special season.

What you need to know: BYU vs Wisconsin

When BYU visits Camp Randall on Saturday, it will be only the second meeting between the schools. They do have to more on tap down the road, but none may be as exciting as the teams that will take the field.

BYU can have a "November to Remember"

As BYU embarks on a month of opportunity we look at the many scenarios of what can and will happen, also go over some facts and stats about BYU and Wisconsin that will likely surprise you.

Cougar Bye Week: Week 10 College Football Schedule

Unfortunately, it's a bye week for BYU, but that doesn't mean we still can't enjoy ourselves.

Matt Carlino Lip Syncs to Skee-Lo

BYU is on a kick with lip-syncing videos with their latest release.

A Tale of Two Broncos Game Thread

It's Friday night. The sun is on its way out and the lights will soon illuminate LaVell Edwards Stadium for one of the biggest defensive games of the year. A win will surely be based on how the defense played tonight in this battle between Broncos.

What You Need to Know About Boise State

When Boise State comes to Provo on Friday night, they will be finishing off the last game in a home and home contract. The good news is that there is a new contract to play them for the next 10 years.

Looking ahead, the rest of BYU's schedule

Hopefully BYU left many of their troubles in Houston because the hardest road trips are yet to come for the Cougars.

Top 25: Week 9 Double Take

3 teams dropped out of the TOP 25 this week.

Making the Grade: BYU vs Houston

BYU and Houston traded blows throughout Saturdays game and BYU came out the last Cougars standing, now 2-0 vs Texas teams this season.

BYU vs Houston Game Thread

BYU is playing in Houston!

Watch out for Uani 'Unga!

Uani 'Unga was at one time playing against BYU, now he is filling up the stat sheets for the Cougars. The cousin to the BYU great Harvey Unga is making a name for himself through hard work and sure tackling.

Van Noy, Hoffman, and the NFL Draft

With half of Kyle Van Noy and Cody Hoffman's senior seasons in the rear view mirror, I caught up with Mocking the Draft's editor, Dan Kadar, to get some insight on BYU's most promising NFL prospects.

BYU, Taysom Hill have reached the halfway mark

Breaking down the season into 4 quarters helps us understand this BYU team, and just how good they can be in the back half of the season.

Know the Foe: The undefeated Houston Cougars

The undefeated Cougars of Houston will host the Cougars of BYU this weekend. Does Houston have what it takes to remain perfect on the season?

Making the Grade: Cougars take sting out of Yellow

Line Backers lead the way as the way in BYU's victory over Georgia Tech.

BYU dons the STH jerseys this week.. Jersey-gate?

Bronco's plan to have Spirit, Tradition, and Honor worn by the players didn't go over so well when it was suddenly revealed. Have the 2 months been enough to take out the sting, could you reconsider if it was a good idea?

Cougs TV & Week 7 Schedule

The cougars play today at 5, but that doesn't mean that you have to wait to watch football.

Cougars take on Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech comes into Provo for only the second time. The Cougars are 2-1 against them while winning one of the games at home. The Yellow Jackets want revenge from the embarrassing loss last year at the hands of Jamaal Williams and company.

Mid-Major College Football Top 10

This week we introduce a new poll, a fair poll to assess the performance of those non-AQ football teams out there.

The Future of BYU's schedule

Check in on how BYU's other opponents fared over the weekend, and see how much of a boost the win at Utah State gave us.