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How transfer portal additions are reshaping Baylor's identity

With a disappointing 2024-2025 season in the books, Dave Aranda knew that he needed to take swift and immediate action to help turn around the Bears. With that being said, Aranda and company hit the transfer portal hard and ensured that they brought in the necessary pieces to elevate their team to the next level.

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Baylor Bears receive disappointing spot on ESPN's Big 12 Power Rankings

Despite their big upset victory over the No. 17-ranked SMU Mustangs, ESPN doesn't rank the Baylor Bears among the top teams in its Big 12 Power Rankings.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 12

Baylor football shares uniform combination for Saturday's game against Samford

The Baylor Bears will have had a different look after Week 3. Against Auburn, the Bears wore the chrome helmet with the gray jersey. Last week, against SMU, Baylor had the white jersey and pants look.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 12

Elite 2027 QB will visit Baylor this weekend

The Baylor Bears are bringing one of the best quarterbacks in the 2027 class to Waco this weekend for their matchup against Samford. Malachi Zeigler, the No.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 12

Baylor has gone from underdogs to NIL spenders

The dynamic of college football changed entirely on July 1st, 2021, when the NCAA approved its first interim NIL policy, which allowed college football players to profit from third-party endorsements and sponsorships.

Baylor Bears open as massive 46.5-point favorites over the Samford Bulldogs

The Baylor Bears are looking to improve to 2-1 in a Week 3 matchup with the Samford Bulldogs. Baylor is projected to be a 46.5-point favorite over Samford according to Fanduel.

Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / September 11

Samford vs. Baylor: Pick vs. Spread and Top Storylines

The Baylor Bears avoided a second straight 0-2 start with a comeback win over SMU last week, giving head coach Dave Aranda and his squad some much-needed momentum heading into a Week 3 matchup with Samford on Saturday, Sept.

Sawyer Robertson News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 11

CBS Sports gives Sawyer Robertson the respect he deserves

Baylor's starting quarterback, Sawyer Robertson, has arguably been the best quarterback in college football this season. The only reason he's not one of the favorites for the Heisman Trophy right now is because Baylor's defense allowed 34 points and 300+ rushing yards to Auburn in their season opener.

Dave Aranda News / Sporting News / September 11

College Football Insider believes Baylor Bears HC Dave Aranda's Hot Seat has cooled off

Is Baylor Bears head coach Dave Aranda off the hot seat?

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 11

HC Dave Aranda on Baylor allowing explosive plays: 'We just have to play better'

Through two weeks, Baylor has the 132nd-ranked scoring defense in the country, after allowing 83 total points to both Auburn and SMU. If it weren't for Sawyer Robertson and the Bears' explosive offense, Baylor would be in trouble.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 11

Baylor to get reinforcements back for Saturday?

The 1-1 Baylor Bears have a home matchup with struggling FCS Samford on Saturday. The Bears are hoping to get healthy before Big 12 play starts next Saturday against reigning conference champion, Arizona State.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 10

Where Baylor ranks in national polls entering Week 3

Baylor started the season on a low note after losing to Auburn in Week 1 of the season. But behind QB Sawyer Robertson, the Bears had a thrilling comeback in Week 2 against SMU.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 10

Baylor Bears Closing in on Top 25 in CBS Sports College Football Rankings

The Baylor Bears have taken a significant jump in CBS Sports' newest College Football Rankings of all 136 FBS teams. The Bears rose eight spots to No. 33, edging out teams such as the Florida Gators, Arizona State, Vanderbilt, and Mississippi State.

Sawyer Robertson News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 10

Sawyer Robertson’s SMU Heroics Earn Him Topps Trading Card

Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson’s breakout campaign is already turning heads across the college football landscape, and now his performance will be immortalized via trading card.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 9

Baylor makes big jump in new SP+ rankings

The Baylor Bears scratched and clawed their way to a 48-45 overtime victory over the then-17th-ranked SMU Mustangs on Saturday morning. They were down 14 points with under 10 minutes to go, but rallied and scored on their final four possessions to end the game.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 6

Unranked Baylor storms back, upsets No. 17 SMU in 2OT thriller

Baylor stormed back from 14 points down in the fourth quarter to defeat No. 17 SMU in Dallas.

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Baylor Bears to Face Indiana Hoosiers in Early Exhibition Matchup

The Baylor men’s basketball team is set to take on the Indiana Hoosiers in an exhibition matchup ahead of the 2025-26 season, per a release. The game is scheduled for Sunday, Oct.