Patrick Kinahan
Patrick Kinahan: Penn State's interest in Sitake should serve as wake-up call for BYU
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 3 - 9:34 a.m.
For listeners with a discerning ear, BYU coach Kalani Sitake provided keen insight into the ramifications of his dalliance with Penn State.
Patrick Kinahan: Sitake might be playing musical chairs with BYU, Penn State
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 1 - 2:23 p.m.
Known for his love of dancing, Kalani Sitake stayed in character when asked about his connection to the vacant Penn State head coaching position.
Patrick Kinahan: Time right for Kyle Whittingham to retire — if he wants
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 25 - 10:26 a.m.
Although not perfect, the timing is right for Whittingham to walk away and enjoy life as a doting grandfather and an ambassador to the program.
Patrick Kinahan: Familiarity settling in for BYU basketball
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 22 - 8:48 a.m.
Through only four games, mostly due to unforeseen circumstances and injuries, BYU has trotted out multiple starting units.
Patrick Kinahan: Style points would supplement BYU's playoff aspirations
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 18 - 10:32 a.m.
Both football coaches are in accord, stating strong opposition to running up scores after outcomes are effectively decided, yet their united philosophy is becoming outdated by the week.
Patrick Kinahan: As previously stated, Utah belongs next to BYU for playoff possibility
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 11 - 10:32 a.m.
All the doubters, and there were plenty, scoffed at the notion that Utah has a decent shot to make the college football playoff.
Patrick Kinahan: Utah deserves playoff consideration with BYU, Texas Tech
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 4 - 10:25 a.m.
With two teams ranked inside the top 10, the Big 12 can expect BYU and Texas Tech to hold similar positions in the season's inaugural College Football Playoff rankings.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU's emergence significantly enhances Big 12
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 28 - 4:58 p.m.
Setting aside emotions, which often is hard for passionate crazies, numbers show BYU is emerging as the most dominant football program in the Big 12.
Patrick Kinahan: Surprisingly unbeaten BYU flying high in wacky Big 12
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 21 - 10:38 a.m.
Ecstasy to the depths of despair all in the span of seven days sums up life in the Big 12 since the conference brought in four Pac-12 programs two years ago.
Patrick Kinahan: Money plays massive role in Big 12 football supremacy
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 16 - 12:59 p.m.
Already known for making predictions on conference realignment, virtually all of which happened, Kyle Whittingham saw the impact that paying players would have on college football.
Patrick Kinahan: Consistently disrespected BYU can fortify credentials by beating Utah
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 14 - 10:23 a.m.
Higher ranked and playing at home, yet neither matters to the oddsmakers. Yes, the BYU football team has good reason to play the disrespect card.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU basketball emerging as a blueblood program
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 10:23 a.m.
Like Big 12 member Texas Tech is doing in football this season, BYU basketball has built an impressive roster, aided by the rules allowing players to get money through NIL.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU football back in contention, but Big 12's toughest stretch awaits
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 30 - 10:26 a.m.
One month into the college football season one local Big 12 team remains unbeaten, and another is slightly below but still fine.
Patrick Kinahan: Newly ranked BYU looking to avoid letdown like overhyped Utah
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 23 - 10:31 a.m.
Exactly like its heated rival, the BYU football team essentially breezed through a soft non-conference portion of the schedule.
Patrick Kinahan: Big 12 season about to separate frauds from finalists
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 16 - 10:32 a.m.
Week 4 of the college football year thankfully is here, meaning the real season is about to start this week.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU's defense in for Hill of a ride
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 9 - 10:29 a.m.
For good reason, given his terrific credentials, Jay Hill was offered the opportunity last winter to become a head coach of a Division I football program.
Patrick Kinahan: Utah gives Ron McBride well-deserved Ring of Honor recognition
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 2 - 10:27 a.m.
Before Urban Meyer advanced his meteoric rise through the coaching ranks and Kyle Whittingham engineered the excellent transition into a power conference, another coach did the heavy lifting.
Patrick Kinahan: Good seasons ahead for local FBS football teams? 2 out of 3 ain't bad
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 26 - 10:29 a.m.
The annual college football predictions column presents a different kind of challenge, based on all the newness for each of three in-state.
Patrick Kinahan: Truth is, Bachmeier was always going to win the BYU quarterback competition
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 20 - 11:24 a.m.
In naming freshman Bear Bachmeier as the starting quarterback, BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick on Tuesday said the decision didn't surprise the team.
Patrick Kinahan: Jazz great Stockton transforms from hippity-hop to yackety yack
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 19 - 10:28 a.m.
From his days of staying out of the spotlight, John Stockton has evolved into having more of a public persona.
Patrick Kinahan: Bachmeier moves closer to seizing starting quarterback job at BYU
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 14 - 10:23 a.m.
To the discerning listener, it's no surprise the BYU coaches have decided to include Bear Bachmeier in the two-man competition for the starting quarterback position.
Patrick Kinahan: Often criticized transfer portal revitalizes Utah football's stagnant offense
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 12 - 10:33 a.m.
For all the angst the transfer portal has caused in college football, the ability to gain immediate eligibility upon changing schools has transformed Utah's program.
Patrick Kinahan: BYU freshman QB 'already up to speed'
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 5 - 10:26 a.m.
Musings after the first week of practice for the local college football teams.
Patrick Kinahan: Is excitement for BYU basketball higher than football?
Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com | Posted July 29 - 10:26 a.m.
Expectations for the basketball team during Kevin Young's second season couldn't be any higher. You want proof? Since when would losing in the Sweet 16 be considered a disappointment for this program?
