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Everything Dave Aranda said on Monday after Auburn loss, previewing SMU

Baylor started off 0-1 after a 38-24 loss to Auburn on Friday. Following the loss, Aranda hit on how Baylor needed to do a better job tackling, and he also credited the performances of guys like Kole Wilson, Sawyer Robertson, and Michael Trigg, among others.

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Dave Aranda admits “it just sucks to lose” as Baylor heads to face ranked SMU

Aranda says ‘we’re going to win here soon’ as Baylor prepares for a rivalry clash with No. 16 SMU.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 1

Baylor week one offensive report card

The Baylor Bears opened the season with a disappointing loss to the Auburn Tigers on Friday night. Many expected the Bears to open the season with a win after finishing the 2024 season red hot, but their defense couldn't stop the run, and Auburn controlled the game offensively.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 1

Baylor opens as underdogs against SMU

The Baylor Bears opened the 2025 season at home against the Auburn Tigers. Hugh Freeze's team made a ton of additions this offseason and completely revamped the Tigers' roster.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / September 1

One Baylor Bear earns spot on 'national team of the week' after Week 1 against Auburn

It certainly wasn't the start Baylor had hoped for. The Bears lost to Auburn in McLane Stadium on Friday, 38-24. But while the loss stings, Baylor did have some bright spots.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / August 22

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.

Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / August 12

Baylor Just Added More Power to Their Defensive Line

Baylor has bolstered its defensive front with the addition of SMU transfer Braylen Jackson, who announced his commitment to the Bears this week. The 6-foot-2, 270-pound defensive lineman arrives in Waco with multiple years of eligibility remaining and the potential to make an immediate impact in Dave Aranda’s rotation.

Dawson Pendergrass News / Heartland College Sports / August 10

Baylor RB Dawson Pendergrass Out for Year After Suffering Foot Injury

Baylor junior running back Dawson Pendergrass will miss the entire 2025 season after suffering a foot injury during fall camp, head coach Dave Aranda announced Saturday.