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Baylor Football S Micah Gifford Not Expected to Miss Week 5

The Baylor Bears opened Big 12 Conference play with a win over the Colorado Buffaloes, improving their overall record to 3-1. Baylor also appears to have received good news in time since the game.

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What Spread Says About Baylor's Chances Against Arizona State in Week 5 — Why It's Wrong

After a successful three game home stint that saw the Bears win each of them by double digits, Baylor takes a trip to Tempe, Arizona this Saturday night for a game against the Sun Devils.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 29

Where Baylor Bears Rank in National Polls After Week 4

In Week 4, the Baylor Bears improved their record to 3-1, holding off the Colorado Buffaloes in each program's first intraconference matchup of the season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 28

Baylor's NIL Spending Has Bolstered Key Areas — But Success Isn't Guaranteed

During Monday's Media Availability, as with every Monday, Coach Aranda was asked the usual barrage of questions. Normally with these press conferences, not much of substance tends to get said as most answers are the same generic coach-speak that are the mad-libs of the sports media world.

DJ Lagway News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 28

Baylor Has Millions of Reasons to Start DJ Lagway — But Grumblings Are Growing

The Bears are 3-1 and have used two quarterbacks this season as starter. Baylor's big offseason acquisition from Florida former 5-star recruit DJ Lagway was given the keys to the offense and allowed to drive.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 27

Baylor Football is 3-1, But Bears Must Clean up One Area That's a Recipe for Disaster

After re-watching the Baylor vs. Colorado game, it seemed that both teams were trying their hardest to see who could commit more penalties. Nineteen penalties between the two teams in this game isn't the kind of stat that you want to have four games into your season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 27

Recruiting News: 3-Star Luke Baysinger Commits to Baylor After Win Against Colorado

Saturday's game against Colorado saw the Baylor recruiting section filled to capacity with visiting recruits. One of these recruits, Luke Baysinger, liked what he saw so much that he officially declared his commitment after the game.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 27

Three Biggest Decisions Baylor HC Dave Aranda Got Right Against Colorado in First Big 12 Win of Season

To be the head coach of a football team comes with decisions at every turn. Successful coaches make the right calls at the right time and unsuccessful coaches don't.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 27

The Roar Path: Special Teams and Defense Shine as Baylor Beats Colorado in Opening Big 12 Game

The final home game of a three game stand sees the Bears go 3-0, including Saturday's win over Colorado. Bringing the Bears to 3-1 on the season and 1-0 to start Big 12 play, it marks the best start to a season that Coach Aranda has had since the 2021 season (where they started 4-0).

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 26

2 Praises, 2 Critiques for Baylor Football After 3-1 Start

Baylor has posted three straight in the win column but has yet to realize themselves as a complete team. Going into Week 5, it's time to slow down talks about what the Bears can become and start talking more about the product that has been on the field for four weeks.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 26

6 Studs and 2 Duds From Baylor's First Big 12 Win of the Season Against Colorado

A win always feels better than a loss. However, this game was ugly in spots. Some bright and shining familiar faces starred in today's victory over Colorado though, and some fell short of the desired mark.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 26

4 Immediate Takeaways after Baylor's Win Over Colorado

DJ Lagway returns and helps the Bears extend to a three-game win streak in a 23-13 win over Colorado, but this game was far from what Baylor fans were hoping for in the last game of the home stand.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 25

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.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 25

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

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in Baylor's Week Four Matchup VS. Colorado

The Buffaloes are coming off a 41-7 loss to Northwestern, but I still wouldn't consider this an easy matchup for the Bears. Colorado has shown it can run the ball effectively this season, which could create some problems for the Baylor defense.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 24

Baylor NFL Stock Report Week 3: Jordan, Ponder, and Brown IV Shine Against Louisiana Tech

Baylor controlled the game against Louisiana Tech this past weekend. The offense started fast, and so did the defense. The whole team seemed to slow down as the game wound down, and the final score was 36-19 in favor of the Bears.

Quincy Acy News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 24

Baylor Basketball Offers Bear Acy, Son of Former Bears Great Quincy Acy

With a name like "Bear" from a father who played for Baylor, it almost seems the perfect pairing. When that young man is a five-star recruit for the 2029 season and the #7 overall prospect in the country, he's likely to garner attention.

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.

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.

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.

DJ Lagway 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.

DJ Lagway News / Heartland College Sports / September 10

The Baylor OL Sold on New QB DJ Lagway

The Baylor Bears tagged Florida quarterback transfer DJ Lagway as “day-to-day” following an ankle sprain he sustained during the Auburn loss last week, but the injury hasn’t dampened the favor of his teammates – much the opposite.

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.