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After an incredible season, Baylor TE Michael Trigg was named an AP All-American ahead of bowl season. Trigg, the former USC and Ole Miss player, was arguably the biggest mismatch on the field on any given Saturday.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / December 10

2 Baylor football stars earn All-American honors

It is awards and accolades season in this off season and the Baylor Bears football squad has been recognized once again. Two of the Bears gridiron stars have earned All-American status for their performances during the 2025 season.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 29

7 Baylor football players listed as OUT vs. Houston

The Baylor Bears (5-6) are back in action on Saturday as they take on the Houston Cougars (8-3) in the final regular season game for both squads. It is Senior Day at McLane Stadium and one of those beloved veteran players is hobbling and is listed among seven players as out for the game against the Cougars.

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Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 29

My best bet for Baylor vs. Houston

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Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 25

Baylor TE Michael Trigg named finalist for major award

On Tuesday, it was announced that Baylor TE Michael Trigg was named as a Mackey Award Finalist, which is given to the nation's top tight end. Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq and Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers join Trigg as finalists.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 22

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Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 20

Baylor reportedly makes decision on AD Mack Rhoades’ future

Back on November 13th, Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades took a leave of absence from the school. Days later, it appears Baylor will no longer have Rhoades.

College Football News / Utah Utes on SI / November 15

Preview: Utah vs. Baylor Week 12 college football game

Amid the nationwide interest in the College Football Playoff bracket and potential conference title race scenarios, the Utah football team had to set its focus on the task at hand leading into Week 12: a date with Baylor in Waco, Texas.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 14

Coach Dave Aranda compared Baylor star Michael Trigg to NFL tight end

Coach Dave Aranda was asked if he had ever seen a TE better than Michael Trigg. Here is what he had to say. (Michael Trigg) a matchup problem. I remember at LSU, we played Florida, and we won the game.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 13

How analysts and social media are reacting to the Mack Rhoades situation

The disappointment of Baylor football's results on the field has become a secondary story this week. Last week, during Baylor's bye week, a report made by Outkick first broke about reports of the investigation of Mack Rhoades initiated by the university.

Baylor Bears News / Yardbarker / November 13

Baylor AD and CFP chairman Rhoades stepping away from both roles

Baylor AD and CFP chairman Mack Rhoades stepping away from both roles

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College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 13

Baylor AD Mack Rhoades takes leave of absence amid new allegations

University of Baylor athletic director Mack Rhoades has taken a leave of absence amid a school investigation. Rhoades has stepped away from his job at Baylor as the school investigates allegations against him, Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports reported on Thursday.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 13

Baylor AD Mack Rhoades takes leave of absence following new allegations

Baylor's Athletic Director Mack Rhoades will be taking a leave of absence, according to Yahoo's Ross Dellenger. He is also expected to step down as the chair of the College Football Playoff committee, according to ESPN's Heather Dinich.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 10

Baylor’s sensational Michael Trigg named to another prestigious watch list

Baylor’s tight end Michael Trigg, already named to the watch list for the John Mackey Award, given to college football’s top tight end, has also been named to another prestigious watch list.

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Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / November 8

Baylor AD Mack Rhoades embroiled in investigation regarding sideline incident with player and coach

The Baylor Bears are working hard to salvage the remainder of this 2025 season. They got off to a great start toward that goal by defeating UCF 30-3. Currently in a bye week, the Bears are resting up and refocusing their efforts on preparing for the arrival of the 13th ranked Utah Utes on November 15.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / October 19

Has Baylor’s Michael Trigg been overhyped as college football’s top tight end?

Star pass catcher Michael Trigg entered Week 8 as the face of Baylor’s offense and one of college football’s most productive tight ends. But in Baylor’s 42–36 loss to TCU, his Mackey Award campaign took a serious hit.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / October 16

Baylor's Michael Trigg named as frontrunner for prestigious tight end award

Baylor tight end Michael Trigg is finally getting the national recognition his play deserves. The redshirt senior was named the John Mackey Award winner in Pro Football Focus’ midseason awards, given to the nation’s top tight end.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / October 16

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

The Baylor Bears will be searching for their third-straight win against TCU on Saturday, Oct. 18, after defeating Oklahoma State and Kansas State. Meanwhile, TCU comes into the Big 12 showdown looking to bounce back from a 41-28 loss to the KSU Wildcats.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / October 10

Baylor football TE Michael Trigg is predicted to go Round 1 in 2026 NFL Draft

With the Baylor Bears being at just about the halfway point in the season, media outlets, scouts, and fans across the country have already turned their heads to mock drafts for the upcoming NFL Draft in April of 2026.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / October 9

A New Big 12 Star is Starting to Show Up in 2026 First Round NFL Mock Drafts

Baylor tight end Michael Trigg is starting to gain serious attention on the NFL radar, and now he’s creeping into first‑round mock drafts for 2026. Football insider KMAC on X recently listed Trigg at No. 28 overall to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Twitter, placing him firmly in premier territory.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 5

CFB Week 6 winners, losers: Miami rises to the top

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Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / October 4

Big 12 Fans, Michael Trigg is a Problem

Baylor tight end Michael Trigg is putting on a show in Waco today, and Kansas State’s defense has had no answers for him. Through three and a half quarters, Trigg has exploded for seven catches and 148 receiving yards, slicing through one of the most physical secondaries in the Big 12 like it’s nothing.

College Football News / Arizona State Sun Devils on SI / September 19

Baylor Player Sun Devils Must Watch: Tight End Michael Trigg

TEMPE -- Kenny Dillingham's Arizona State program is actively seeking to avoid opening Big 12 play with a loss for the second consecutive season this Saturday against the Baylor Bears.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / January 15, 2024

LOOK: Former Ole Miss TE Michael Trigg Commits to Power 5 Program

There was a time where quarterback Jaxson Dart and tight end Michael Trigg were a package deal. That time has now passed. The duo transferred to the Ole Miss Rebels from the USC Trojans prior to the 2022 season, but that is where their paths began to diverge.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / December 23, 2023

Former Ole Miss TE Michael Trigg Enters Transfer Portal

OXFORD — Former Ole Miss Rebels tight end Michael Trigg has entered the transfer portal, he announced on Saturday. Trigg announced his decision on X, the platform previously known as Twitter.