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Baylor Confidence Meter: How I'm Feeling About the Trending Positions Against Colorado

With some position groups continuing to impress me and others starting to concern me, here's how I'm feeling about the trending positions as the Bears open up Big 12 play against Colorado.

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Important Stats for Baylor to Track in Opening Big 12 Game With Colorado — or Are They?

It's among the weirdest stats in all of college football, time of possession. Especially in today's style of game. The amount of plays and time taken off of the clock aren't always tied directly to a win or a loss, but it's still an important stat to honor and respect.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 25

Why All the Pressure is on Dave Aranda and Baylor vs. Colorado Ahead of Big 12 Play

The path to the postseason is within Baylor's reach and control. Essentially controlling their own destiny, the Bears just need to win games this season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 24

2 Reasons Baylor Football Beats Colorado, 2 Reasons Bears Lose

The Bears are two-score favorites against the Buffaloes on Saturday, but it is a far cry from an easy win. Anything can happen in a given Big 12 showdown, and Baylor vs.

DJ Lagway News / ESPN / September 23

Baylor QB Lagway expected to return from injury vs. Colorado

Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway is expected to return for Saturday's game vs. Colorado after missing the Bears' previous two games with an ankle injury.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 23

Vital Statistics Required for Baylor Bears' Bowl Chances

Scotty Swingler of Bear Illustrated had a recent article that brings up two interesting facts and stats around the Bears' bowl chances for this season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 23

Both Dave Aranda, Travion Barnes are Big Fans of Garrick Ponder — You Should be as Well

During Baylor's Media Availability on both Monday and Tuesday of this week, Garrick Ponder's name came up a few times as he seems to be a player's player.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 22

How Good Can Baylor Football Be? Predicting Bears' Remaining Games

Three games into the season, 25% of this year's games have been played already. Baylor's outlook and projection on the season looks optimistic and bright, but that doesn't mean that the Bears are going to run roughshod over the rest of the league and make their way to the CFB Playoff and the National Championship.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 22

Colorado at Baylor odds: Opening point spread revealed

Baylor will open Big 12 play at home Saturday against Colorado, and traders on Polymarket are leaning toward the Bears entering the matchup. As of Tuesday, Baylor holds a 77% chance to defeat Colorado, according to the prediction market.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 22

Where Baylor Bears Rank in National Polls After Week 3

The Baylor Bears have now stacked back-to-back wins after a heartbreaking loss in the season opener. The most recent outing, a decisive 36-19 victory over the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, saw backup quarterback Nate Bennett make his second career start.

Baylor Favored by Two Scores Against Colorado in First Big 12 Game of the Year

11:00 AM CT Saturday morning, instead of sitting with a bowl of cereal and watching a re-run of Wacky Races, I'll be tuned in to watch the Baylor Bears hosting the Colorado Buffaloes in their first Big 12 game of the season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 21

5 Reasons Baylor Football Hasn't Been Able to Establish Its Run Game

Nate Bennett capped off the Bears' first drive against LA Tech with a 25 yard touchdown run, and true freshman Ryelan Morris ended the game on a 33 yard run that nearly saw Morris in the end zone.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 21

Nate Bennett and Louis Brown IV Post-Game Comments Shine Light on Baylor's Team Unity

After the Bears' victory over LA Tech, Coach Aranda as well as a few players sat down for a post-game press conference. To see our thoughts on Coach Aranda's comments, you can find them here.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 21

Baylor Football Battling USC, Oregon, Others for 4-Star Recruit Brayden Arnold

Brayden Arnold of Duncanville, Texas is a prospect in the 2028 recruiting class who has narrowed his list of potential schools down to eight. Lucky enough for Baylor fans, the Bears are among those teams on that list.

Dawson Pendergrass News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 21

Baylor Red-Zone Report: Dawson Pendergrass Brings the Hammer in Week 3

As the dust finally settles in the aftermath of the Baylor Bears' 36-19 victory over the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, the unpacking of Saturday's game can begin in earnest.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 20

Dave Aranda Praises and Shows Frustration Over Baylor's Performance in Win vs. LA Tech

After the Bears' victory over LA Tech, Head Coach Dave Aranda took some post game questions. From Nate Bennett's impressive performance at quarterback to both praise and slight frustration with the defense and more, Coach Aranda fielded various questions from the press for around eleven minutes.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 20

Baylor Football PFF Grades, Snap Counts After 36-19 Win Against LA Tech

Backup quarterback Nate Bennett started again with the injured DJ Lagway out for the second week. Bennett gets himself a second win of the season with another strong showing from him, throwing for 251 yards on 21/24 completions, with a total of four touchdowns.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 20

The Roar Path: Surviving a Stubborn LA Tech Team, is Baylor Ready for Big 12 Play?

It wasn't the prettiest win, but after defeating LA Tech 36-19 the Baylor Bears are now 2-1 on the season with Big 12 Conference play beginning next week.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 19

4 Studs and 2 Duds From Baylor Bears' Win Against LA Tech

Baylor defeated LA Tech 36-19, but even in the victory there were a few players that left room for improvement. From one of the best outcomes a backup quarterback can have acting as starter, to general defensive dominance, to even some miscues and missteps.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 19

3 Baylor Football Players Who Need a Strong Game vs. LA Tech

With any luck, today's game in Waco between the Baylor Bears and the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs won't require late game heroics. In an ideal world, tomorrow

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 19

Preview: Baylor Bears Football vs Louisiana Tech

One more week until conference play begins. The Baylor Bears are 1-1 after a win in last week’s tuneup game against Prairie View A&M. This week, the Bears have a different test with Louisiana Tech.

Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / September 11

Baylor QB DJ Lagway to Miss Week 2 Matchup: Report

Baylor will reportedly be without starting quarterback DJ Lagway for its Week 2 matchup against Prairie View A&M. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Lagway is not expected to play on Saturday as he continues to recover from the ankle injury he suffered in Baylor’s 17-16 loss to Auburn in Week 1.

Baylor Bears News / Yardbarker / September 6

Baylor's near upset over Auburn shows it could become an top team in the Big 12

Baylor fell just short in its season opener, but the way the Bears fought back against Auburn on Saturday should give Big 12 opponents plenty to worry about.

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Baylor Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5

Baylor debut their unusual new turnover celebration

It has become a growing trend around college football to have some sort of unique celebration on the sideline for a player who gets a takeaway during a game.

Baylor Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Baylor is bringing something special for its game against Colorado this season and it could be the best look of 2026

The Baylor Bears have unveiled a new throwback uniform combination that they will wear later this season against Colorado, and it might be the best look in all of college football.