BYU vs. Kansas Features AJ Dybantsa-Darryn Peterson DUEL That Could Decide NBA #1 Pick | Egor Dёmin Shining For Brooklyn Nets | Micah Beckstead Bolsters BYU Running Backs
Podcast: Locked On Cougars - Daily Podcast On BYU Cougars Football & BasketballPublished On: Fri Jan 30 2026
Description: The BYU Cougars seize the national spotlight with a high-stakes clash against the Kansas Jayhawks in Phog Allen Fieldhouse, but all eyes are on the electrifying matchup between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson—two players battling not just for victory, but for dominance at the very top of the 2026 NBA Draft board. As scouts and college basketball fans prepare for this heavily anticipated contest, questions swirl: will Dybantsa’s explosive scoring continue to dazzle, or will injury-troubled Peterson remind everyone why he’s still in the #1 pick conversation? With ESPN's College GameDay in town and NBA personnel packing the stands, this isn’t just a measuring stick game for both teams—it’s a showcase for future basketball royalty.Jake Hatch spotlights the significance of BYU’s visit to "The Phog,," where history says the odds are stacked against visiting teams but the Cougars' recent Big 12 results defy old expectations. He zeroes in on the strategic and emotional stakes for both squads after BYU’s narrow loss to top-ranked Arizona, asking whether the Cougars can notch the critical Quad 1 win that underpins their NCAA Tournament résumé. The breakdown explores not only Dybantsa and Peterson’s NBA credentials, but also the supporting casts—highlighting Richie Saunders, Robert Wright III, and the depth of both rosters.The episode transitions to the professional ranks, where Ego Dёmin’s meteoric rise with the Brooklyn Nets is redefining BYU’s reputation as a talent pipeline under head coach Kevin Young. As Dёmin pushes toward an NBA rookie record for consecutive games with a made three-pointer, Jake Hatch explains how his success—and BYU’s aggressive recruiting of five-star prospects like Bruce Branch—cements the Cougars as a new destination for NBA-ready athletes.On the football front, the Cougars secure local standout Micah Beckstead to bolster their running back depth, setting the stage for fresh competition behind standout LJ Martin. Will Beckstead’s high school dominance and walk-on grit translate into game-changing carries for BYU? Jake Hatch closes with insights on depth chart questions, player development success stories like Tyler Allgeier, and how BYU’s evolving identity could power Big 12 and CFP ambitions. Don’t miss this deep analysis of BYU’s pursuit of athletic greatness on both the hardwood and the gridiron.Support Locked On Cougars:Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms and on YouTube!Join the NEW Locked On Cougars Everydayer Club by clicking here!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubJake Hatch brings you daily coverage of the BYU Cougars with the Locked On Cougars Podcast. Locked On Cougars brings BYU fans the latest news and comprehensive coverage when it comes to the BYU football and basketball programs as well as a look at the other teams in the BYU athletic department. 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