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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.

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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 28

Baylor Red-Zone Report: DJ Lagway's Ankle Injury, Rust Limited Offense in Week 4

As the dust finally settles in the aftermath of the Baylor Bears' 23-13 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes, the unpacking of Saturday's game can begin in earnest.

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.

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 / 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 / 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.