JJ & Alex
4,835 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 hours ago - ★★★★ - 48 ratingsJJ and Alex features unique takes on the sports news of the moment. Hosted by KSL TV's Jeremiah Jensen, an Emmy award-winning sports anchor and reporter who has been covering sports in Utah since October 2005, and Alex Kirry, a talk radio veteran who has covered BYU for more than a decade. Anything is up for grabs on the show, from the NFL and NBA (Utah Jazz), to the Utah Utes, BYU Cougars, Utah Stae Aggies and even prep sports. Never taking themselves too seriously, if there is a sports topic they love, they want you to hear about it on KSL Sports Zone.
You can hear JJ & Alex live on 97.5 FM or 1280 AM on weekdays from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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Episodes
Injuries remain a factor for the Cougars this week
October 30, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell talk about the quarterback situation for BYU. Alex thinks that Baylor Romney has won the try-out. Kalani Sitake sounds deflated about having injuries on the offensive line but thinks his backups can get the job done. There is value for the Cougars in playing their backups now. Game experience is a valuable commodity. Are the BYU Cougars in their own heads?
Students will “benefit” for their "likeness"
October 30, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.24 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss a step forward in NCAA sports. The NCAA Board of Governors. The NCAA board voted unanimously to pave the way to “benefit” players for their name, image, and likeness. Hopefully, this means a future means for college athletes to make money just like other students can. ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne has some thoughts on the process. The guys fill you in on what this means for NCAA athletes.
Utah’s NCAA athletes will benefit for their likeness
October 30, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.67 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell sit down with KSL Sports’ Jeremiah Jensen to discuss the NCAA. NCAA Football video games are back and players should get something for it. JJ says the NCAA is being forced to change their system, but for now, it is just buying time. Scott thinks this is an open door to players getting paid legally. Utah college teams can benefit from this because NCAA sports are a big deal.
Mike Conley’s struggles continue but there is a silver lining
October 30, 2019 03:00 - 7 minutes - 3.42 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry have some concerns about Mike Conley’s 0 for 7 shooting performance against the Suns. How concerned should fans really be about his slow start? Scott tells fans to not worry. The Jazz offense looks more dynamic than it has in years. Waiting for Conley to get into a rhythm will be tough, but it will be the cherry on top once he gets there.
What is it like to get benched as an NFL quarterback?
October 30, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.36 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell dive into the NFL and specifically Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton who got the memo from his coach that he will benched for rookie QB Ryan Finley. Mitchell gives his thoughts on what it is like to go from starter to backup in the NFL.
Oct. 28, 2019 - FULL SHOW
October 29, 2019 03:30 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell go through the biggest stories from the sports day. Utah Jazz found its perfect lineup? Why are people considering Utah football as a playoff pretender? Ben Anderson joins to discuss if the Jazz win over the King matters? NCAA actually moving closer to paying athletes? Will BYU really not start Zach Wilson when he is healthy?
Why is everyone saying Utah is a playoff pretender?
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.14 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry discuss the Utah Utes’ recent AP poll rating in the top 10. The Utes are the best team in the Pac-12, no question. The Utes’ defense is dominant. Alex and Scott can think of a scenario where Utah would be the best defense in the country. Coach Whittingham says the Utes’ defense has no holes. Pac-12 coaches think Utah is flat out tough. Are the Utes a playoff pretender?
How much does the Jazz victory over the Kings win matter?
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 8 minutes - 3.92 MBThe Utah Jazz dominated the Sacramento Kings on Saturday. Was this win an indicator of a good team or are the Kings just bad? Have the Jazz found a starting five that can be successful? Bogey had 23 points in the first half. The Kings benched their starters early. Scott Mitchell has had a change of heart towards Bojan Bogdanovic and explains why. Alex Kirry really wants to see the Jazz thrive against the West. Where do Utah's players stack up against other players in the west?
Does Kalani Sitake plan to start Zach Wilson when healthy?
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.87 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell shift their focus to this weekend, where the BYU Cougars face the Utah State Aggies. Both teams really need to win this game. The Aggies have a hole in their run defense. Kalani Sitake continues to be vague about who will start on Saturday. Alex and Scott think suspect the Cougars know, but it would be a disadvantage for the Cougs to disclose that information. Does Zach Wilson start right after becoming healthy? Kalani Sitake may not think so.
Baylor Romney has the hot hand, but does that deserve a start on Saturday?
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.15 MBKSL Sports’ Jeremiah Jensen joins Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell to talk the Cougars, Utes, and Aggies. The Aggies are being exposed on defense. The aggies are not showing enough discipline to win big games. JJ doesn’t buy that BYU doesn’t know who the starter will be this weekend. Scott, Alex, and Jeremiah all think Baylor Romney has the hot hand. The guys think Washington’s defense won’t gain yards against the Utes’ defense.
The Jazz are starting to gain traction.
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.64 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry sit down with KSL Sports' Ben Anderson to discuss the Utah Jazz. Scott is trying to remain positive after a bad loss to the Lakers. The Jazz have an awesome defense holding all opponents below 100 points. Donovan Mitchell is progressing into a star. Mike Conley is continuing to gain confidence and is playing more to work into a rhythm. The Jazz have a tough road ahead.
Is the NCAA going to allow athletes to be compensated?
October 29, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.67 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss what rule changes could be made if legislation steps in regarding NCAA athletes and compensation. High profile teams and players make their teams, conferences, and TV stations money already. The NCAA Board of Governors are meeting on Tuesday to propose a "set of principles" for name, image, and likeness.
Oct 25, 2019 - FULL SHOW
October 26, 2019 03:30 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell get you caught up with the big sports stories from the day. Interview with Cal's Evan Weaver Are the Lakers the team Jazz fans want to beat the most? XFL player quitting over saying he was misled about salary? Weekly game of "What are the odds?" Interview with voice of Utah football Bill Riley How big of a fit equals NFL success?
Scott Mitchell would play pro football for free if it meant getting an NFL shot
October 26, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.14 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry get into some XFL talk and is not the best news for the league that has not yet even began play. One player who was going to sign up and join the XFL felt that the league was misleading regarding the salary of the players. It was said that the average salary would be $55,000 but the base is $27,000 plus there are bonuses for making the roster and wins and this player is not happy. Scott Mitchell said he would do whatever he could to keep playing pro football an...
Cal's Evan Weaver is complimentary of Utah
October 26, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.94 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell listen to a conversation they had with Cal defender Evan Weaver about the Golden Bears program as well as his comments about Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham and the Utes. The two schools play each other this week and Weaver has lived up to the hype as one of the best players for Cal and will be a player that the Utes will need to focus on.
How important is situational fit for success in the NFL?
October 26, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.53 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell get into an interesting NFL conversation about how fit makes a big difference in success. Former Detroit Lions WR Golden Tate says that Matthew Stafford is such a good quarterback that if he had been on any other team he would have won multiple Super Bowls. Scott Mitchell heaps a lot of praise on Stafford and how fit can be a huge deal.
How much will Tyler Huntley play vs. Cal?
October 26, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.83 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell play a game of "What are the odds" as the duo head into the weekend. Cal scores a touchdown against Utah? Utah State holds Airforce to fewer than 250 yards rushing? Donovan Mitchell Outscores Lebron James? What are the odds Mike Conely scores over 20 vs. the lakers?
Are the L.A. Lakers the team that Utah Jazz fans want to defeat the most?
October 26, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.47 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell preview the Utah Jazz vs. L.A. Lakers game and if this game is a huge deal for Jazz fans? The Lakers are one of the most hated teams in the league from fans because of the franchise's success. Jazz coach Quin Snyder is treating this just as another game even though it is getting spotlight coverage by being on ESPN.
Oct. 24, 2019 - FULL SHOW
October 25, 2019 03:15 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell take you through the day of sports Utah Jazz open the regular season against the Thunder Ben Anderson joins the show to talk Jazz basketball Bill Riley, the voice of the Utes, has some thoughts about this week’s game MVPs Spencer Linton is here to talk BYU sports, coach Dave Rose’s health Jazz superfan, Alexis Holt, joins Unrivaled to give her impressions from night one Bad fan behavior Nick Saban doesn’t want to talk about Taulia
Game one impressions and all that Jazz
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.35 MBKSL Sports’ Ben Anderson joins Scott Mitchell and Alex Kirry to continue their conversation on the Utah Jazz. The guys are impressed by Utah’s supporting cast. Royce O'Neale shines in the starting lineup. Is Mike Conley’s performance concerning? Do new coming players need time to adjust to a new team culture? The Jazz head to Los Angeles on Friday to take on Lebron James and the Lakers.
Should disgruntled fans reach out to athletes? The answer is always no
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.73 MBA University of Utah football fan had has some words for Arizona State defensive back, Evan Fields after he was ejected for targeting for a hit he did against Zack Moss. Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss the gravity behind hateful comments directed towards college players. Utah athletic director Mark Harlan responds to the comment to apologize for what the Utah fan said. How quickly does a comment like this smooth over?
The Utes have their eye on the PAC 12 Championship
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.78 MBBill Riley, the voice of the Utes, joins KSL Unrivaled. Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell and Bill discuss the inconsistency of upcoming Utah opponent, Cal. The California Bears remind Bill of early PAC 12 University of Utah defenses. Could the utes potentially rest Tyler Huntley to make sure he is healthy for Washington? Bill thinks if he is healthy, he will be a go. Are the Utes even thinking about being bowl eligible, or are their sights only on the PAC 12 Championship? Oregon should be Utah’...
Donovan Mitchell is averaging 32 points a game!
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.35 MBAlexis Holt joins the program to give the fan perspective on the Utah Jazz. Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell want to know Lex’s thoughts on the game one win. Mike Conley struggled, but fans shouldn't be concerned because of his consistent track record. Bogey had some issues in the preseason but turned it up last night. Donovan Mitchell is a budding star. Lex, Alex, and Scott are anxious for the day he transitions to superstar.
Is this Jazz season opening win an indicator for what’s to come?
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.99 MBThe Utah Jazz open their season with a win against the OKC Thunder. Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell break down the win and discuss what they are excited about and what concerns them. New addition, Mike Conley, comes up short in his debut. Has Donovan Mitchell jumped to the next level of NBA stardom?
Steve Young has an opinion on who should start at quarterback for BYU at Utah State
October 25, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.23 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss BYU sports with Cougar sports insider Spencer Linton. Kelani Sitake’s fingerprints were all over the Cougar Defense against the Boise State Broncos. The discussion continues on which healthy quarterback should start for the Cougars. BYU quarterback great, Steve Young, thinks freshman QB Baylor Romney should take the helm. Former BYU basketball coach Dave Rose experiences a major heart attack. Will Cougar fans have many chances to storm the court this sea...
There’s no college football transfer portal in the real world
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 5.06 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss the reality of being a backup in football. Colorado’s Mel Tucker thinks that the transfer portal is a disservice to players. Alex and Scott weigh in on this statement and think that there are times to transfer and times to stick it out. Scott shares some of his opinions on players doing hard things.
Scott Mitchell ranks his top five NFL players of all time
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.25 MBFormer NFL quarterback Scott Mitchell gives his take on the NFL’s all-time top performers and ranks his top five. He gives insights on why he thinks they are the best. Alex Kirry compares Scott’s list to USA Today’s top 100 list. Scott also has a new name for the Utah Jazz’s Injury Report.
The NBA regular season is FINALLY here for the Utah Jazz
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 5.46 MBKSL Sports’ Cleon Wall joins Unrivaled to discuss the Jazz before they tip-off against the Thunder. Scott Mitchell and Alex Kirry discuss the NBA All-Star Game being awarded to Salt Lake City. The return of the All-Star Game means that the arena is as good as any in the country. Scott thinks the Jazz will make the finals. Alex thinks there may be three all-stars on this roster.
Your overreaction is welcome here on the Utah Jazz
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 12 minutes - 5.56 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell are officially accepting your overreactions after one half of Jazz basketball. KSL Sports' Jeremiah Jensen joins the broadcast to share his thoughts on the first half of the Jazz vs. Thunder. The Jazz are still working out the kinks. Overall JJ is impressed with the Jazz's performance.
The Utes have depth on offense, but do they have enough on defense?
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.27 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss what could hold Utah football back for the remainder of the season. Are the Utes healthy enough to remain in the college football playoff hunt? Can Utah’s offense continue to dominate Pac 12 defenses? The Utes play Cal this Saturday. Scott thinks if there is a week to get healthy, It is this one. Scott is worried about depth on the defensive side of the ball.
Who should start at QB for BYU: Baylor Romney or Jaren Hall?
October 24, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.69 MBKSL Sports’ and BYU Insider Mitch Harper stops by to discuss the Cougar’s quarterback situation with Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell. Mitch has an opinion on who will start for the BYU next Saturday vs. Utah State. Scott thinks that Baylor Romney “just has it”. The guys discuss the importance of field vision and adjusting your game to promote longevity. Alex thinks a quarterback may be headed for the transfer portal. Baylor Romney is going to “see ghosts” as a freshman, so Cougar fans should ...
Oct. 22, 2019 - FULL SHOW
October 23, 2019 03:32 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell take you through the day in sports. What are the expectations for the Utah Jazz? Are the Jazz darkhorse title contenders? Who will be the MVP for the Jazz? Yo mama jokes are off limits in the NBA Jazz great Mark Eaton breaks down Rudy Gobert’s play Unpopular sports opinions
Mark Eaton gives insight on Rudy Gobert
October 23, 2019 03:22 - 8 minutes - 4.06 MBFormer two-time defensive player of the year Mark Eaton joins Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell to discuss the Jazz. Mark gives his thoughts and expectations for the reigning defensive player of the year. The guys discuss the difficulty of making a deep playoff run. Mark shares what he thinks about the team’s ability to gel as a unit. Alex and Scott want to know if fan behavior affected Mark when he played in the NBA.
Oops, was that an unpopular sports opinion?
October 23, 2019 03:21 - 10 minutes - 4.99 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry share their unpopular sports opinions. The Lakers are going to be good, Lebron James is the 4th best player in L.A. Donovan Mitchell may not be an All-Star Joe Ingles is overpaid, and more. On a side note, Alex thinks what about Star Wars?
Do the Utah Jazz have an MVP candidate?
October 23, 2019 03:19 - 9 minutes - 4.36 MBThe conversation continues with KSL Sports’ Jeremiah Jensen. Jeremiah, Scott Mitchell, and Alex Kirry discuss who their team MVPs are for the 2019-2020 season. The Utah Jazz have multiple impactful players that could fit the all-star bill. Jeremiah, Scott, and Alex all have different team MVP picks. Do NBA teams really need a superstar caliber player to win a chip? Who is the player to lead the Jazz to contention?
The title contention window is open for the Utah Jazz
October 23, 2019 03:17 - 7 minutes - 3.6 MBKSL Sports’ Jeremiah Jensen stops by to talk Utah Jazz with Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell. The national perception of Utah’s roster is good, but is it enough? The NBA is moving past the superteam era. The Jazz have stumbled on an open window to make a deep run in the playoffs. Are the Jazz part of the NBA’s upper echelon? This year may be Utah’s best chance to make it to the finals.
The new look Utah Jazz offer an exciting product
October 23, 2019 03:16 - 10 minutes - 4.73 MBFormer Ute and NBA player Josh Grant joins KSL's Unrivaled’s Utah Jazz special to talk about his expectations for the team. Scott Mitchell expresses his concerns about a lackluster preseason. Josh talks about what team additions he finds exciting. The Jazz extended Joe Ingles and Josh thinks it is because he wanted to be here. Will the Jazz be able to match up against the Western Conference gauntlet?
Are the Utah Jazz a dark horse Finals team?
October 23, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.49 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry kick off the beginning of the NBA season by laying out their expectations for the Utah Jazz this season. They guys talk about the team’s new additions and their roles with the team. Are the Jazz really a “dark horse” finals pick if a dozen analysts are choosing them too? Do dark horse teams usually end up actually being good?
Oct. 21, 2019 - FULL SHOW
October 22, 2019 03:22 - 1 hour - 36.3 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell go through the day of sports. Utah's win over Arizona State came with a QB injury? Is BYU football back on track? What is BYU's perception after beating Boise State? Urban Meyer to the Dallas Cowboys? Can Utah get in the College Football Playoff race?
Utes dominate but injuries linger at quarterback
October 22, 2019 03:06 - 10 minutes - 5 MBUtah looked dominant against Arizona State. Scott Mitchell and Alex Kirry talk about the injury concerns looming over the Utes as their season continues, specifically at quarterback with Tyler Huntley. Coach Whittingham is leaving us guessing on whether Zack Moss and Tyler Huntley will play against Cal Berkley. The guys go over their predictions.
Utah is going bowling, but can they make a playoff push?
October 22, 2019 03:04 - 10 minutes - 4.64 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss the realities for the Utes. Can Utah play their way back into the playoff race? Do a combination of winning and SEC teams beating each other up, give them a chance? The guys think that there is a way, but is it likely? Everyone is talking about Oregon and how they are the PAC 12’s saving grace. What about the Utes?
Urban Meyer to the Dallas Cowboys?
October 22, 2019 03:03 - 11 minutes - 5.1 MBFormer University of Utah coach Urban Meyer makes it clear that he is interested in coaching the Dallas Cowboys. Scott Mitchell and Alex Kirry give their thoughts on if that is actually a possibility. What does that mean for America’s team?
There is no question who BYU should start at QB for next game
October 22, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.89 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell discuss BYU’s quarterback decision. They have had multiple games to see what each player is made of. Baylor Romney has earned the job after his performance vs. Boise State. It is now time for Jaren Hall to bide his time to see if he can re-enter the picture. Also, what reality do the cougars face for the remainder of the season?
Did a BYU win over Boise State put them back on track to go bowling?
October 22, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.33 MBBYU got the W against the Boise State Broncos on Saturday. Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell talk about third-string quarterback Baylor Romney’s performance. Who will be starting for the Cougs after the bye. Have the Cougars played their way back into bowl contention? BYU’s offense looked much better including trick plays and a solid passing game.
How does BYU win over Boise State change their perception?
October 22, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.71 MBKSL Sports’ Jeramiah Jensen joins Scott Mitchell and Alex Kirry to talk college football from the weekend. Does this week’s BYU win change the national perception of them? The guys discuss the team’s outlook for the rest of the season after opening up the playbook. The Utes dominate the Sun Devils. Utah State blows out Nevada.
The media is getting to Alabama
October 19, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.69 MBAlex Kirry and Scott Mitchell dive into Nick Saban’s recent comments regarding the success of his team. They discuss Saban’s “rat poison” comments and how it affects – or doesn’t affect – the team. Is the media getting into the Crimson Tide’s heads?
The odds are pretty good that Scott know who BYU is starting this week
October 19, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.62 MBScott Mitchell and Alex Kirry get into their weekend odds. Will BYU win this week? Who is the starting quarterback for the Cougs? Scott talks about how often his predictions are correct.
Sitting down with coach Herm Edwards
October 19, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.72 MBReplay of Wednesday’s playback of Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell’s lively discussion with Arizona State football coach Herm Edwards. Coach Edwards gets into it with the guys about his coaching experience, some NFL reminiscing and more.
Who is QB1 for the Cougars?
October 19, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutes - 4.5 MBKSL Sports and BYU Insider Mitch Harper stops by the program to discuss the BYU football team’s morale and other news coming out of Provo. The guys are looking for the positives for BYU as they go into a game they are expected to lose this weekend. The cougars are still undecided on who their starting quarterback will be. Mitch fills us in on who may start for the Cougars and get ready to preview this weekend’s game.
Can the Cougars keep up with the Broncos?
October 19, 2019 03:00 - 10 minutes - 4.79 MBThe conversation continues with Scott Mitchell, Alex Kirry, and KSL BYU insider Mitch Harper as they preview Saturday’s game between the BYU Cougars and the Boise State Broncos. The guys also talk about the game spread and this week’s exciting guests on Cougar Sports Saturday.