Can the BYU Cougars still clinch a spot in the Big 12 title game? With their recent loss to the Arizona State Sun Devils, Kalani Sitake and the BYU Football program's path to the Big 12 Championship Game is under scrutiny. Jake Hatch defends offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick, arguing that firing him or benching key players like Jake Retzlaff won't boost the team's chances. 

He also breaks down Tyler Batty's intense halftime speech during the Arizona State loss, which sparked debate over its impact on the team's performance. The episode explores BYU's strategy against the Houston Cougars, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what BYU can control. While Houston isn't bowl-eligible, they could still play spoiler to BYU's title hopes.

Key figures like what needs to break for Brigham Young University (BYU) to realize their Big 12 dreams are detailed, providing a comprehensive look at the Cougars' current standing. Don't miss this engaging analysis of the BYU Cougars' journey and their fight for a Big 12 title game spot.

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