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Few College QBs Have More at Stake in 2026 Than DJ Lagway, and National Media Agrees

DJ Lagway, the No. 1-rated dual-threat quarterback in his recruiting class, came to Baylor to revitalize his football career and NFL prospects. Given the range of realistic outcomes, few (if any) players in college football have more at stake in 2026.

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'Unique Challenge': Baylor Football Presents Auburn With New Challenges in Week 1

Both coach Alex Golesh of Auburn and coach Dave Aranda of Baylor have been quoted as saying that they respect one another and each other's accomplishments.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 31

Emphasis on Speed Helps Provide Baylor Football the Edge to Win in 2026

In today's Baylor football media availability, head coach Dave Aranda spoke about team speed, team unity, and the defense, among a few other topics. Ever stoic and professional, Aranda fielded questions for around eighteen minutes of varying degree.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 31

4 Takeaways: Baylor Releases Depth Chart vs. Auburn — 2 Veterans in Position Battles?

With Week 1 on the horizon, Baylor has released its official depth chart for Saturday against Auburn. As it turns out, there were a few positions that turned out the way we had thought, but there are also a few battles potentially still being played out heading into Atlanta.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 31

Dave Aranda Awaits Matchup With Former Baylor RB Bryson Washington

The Baylor Bears will face significant challenges when they kick off the 2026 season this Saturday against the Auburn Tigers. That list of challenges includes Bryson Washington, the running back who spent the previous two seasons as the Bears' leading rusher.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 31

Baylor Football Starts and Sits: Breaking Down Every Position Battle

Looking at the roster for the upcoming season, Baylor is rolling with a real blend of returning starters and a good mix of portal guys. Dave Aranda and Joe Klanderman, the defensive coordinator, clearly went into the portal to fill some major holes, but that does not mean the starting lineup is set in stone just yet.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 31

Baylor Football Roundtable: Bears' 2026 Record and Will Dave Aranda Coach in 2027?

We've made it; it's game week. The Baylor Bears will begin their 2026 season with a neutral-site game against the Auburn Tigers. The Bears suffered a loss to the Tigers last season, and Baylor is looking to avenge the loss.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 30

Projecting Baylor’s 2026 Two-Deep Offensive Depth Chart

Obviously, DJ Lagway is the Bears' starter, but the battle for the backup spot is interesting. Edward Griffin was a highly sought-after recruit and has been slowly developing under Spavital this past year.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 29

What Baylor's Fall Camp Told Us About Coach Aranda's Vision for This Season

Baylor's Head Coach Dave Aranda says, "Football's fun" when explaining the difference between last year and this year. Remarking on the heat as the sun

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 29

One Position Coach Dave Aranda Still Needs to Figure Out for Baylor Football

With Week 0 set to kickoff on Saturday, there are only seven days until Coach Aranda and his team of Baylor Bears head out to face the Auburn Tigers in the Aflac Kickoff Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / August 28

Baylor Basketball Battling Kentucky and Others for 5-Star Center Lewis Uvwo

Class of 2027 Lewis Uvwo has recently scheduled visits with four schools: Kentucky, Providence, California, and Baylor. The 6'11" center is the no. 7 recruit in the country and no.

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.

Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / August 19

When Did Art Briles Almost End Up as the Texas Coach?

Former Baylor head coach Art Briles revealed this week that he had planned to leave Baylor for Texas following the 2013 season and had even decided to accept a six-year contract to replace Mack Brown.

Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / August 13

Baylor Football: Top 3 Things to Watch in 2026

Just a season ago, some folks, including college football mogul Phil Steele, thought the Baylor Bears had all the makings of a Big 12 Conference contender.