Former head coach Dave Aranda finished his Baylor tenure with a 40-40 record. While the program has underwhelmed over the past four years, Aranda’s tenure is also marked by his impact on his players and coaches.
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While Baylor fired head coach Dave Aranda after losing to Kansas, UCF upset then-No. 2 BYU. The two teams are now set to face off in a short week.
As Baylor football starts a new chapter, students are weighing what Joe Klanderman’s promotion means for the future of the program.
With five games left in the regular season, Baylor focused on energy and unity to galvanized itself after a turbulent weekend.
Interim head coach Joe Klanderman saw the potential with an over-capacity crowd against TCU. He now aims to bring that energy to the team and back to the fanbase.
Baylor Athletics announced Sunday that head coach Dave Aranda was let go from the program, effective immediately. The announcement prompted mixed reactions among students, with some welcoming a leadership change and others expressing sympathy for Aranda.
Baylor fired head coach Dave Aranda Sunday morning following the Bears’ loss to Kansas. While it was a turbulent weekend for football, soccer stays tied atop the Big 12 and volleyball splits a pair of five-set thrillers.
Baylor fired head coach Dave Aranda Sunday morning following the Bears’ first loss to Kansas in 20 years. Defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman will become interim head coach.
After a 4-1 start, the Bears have stumbled into back-to-back losses, but the defense has stood strong.
Kansas stormed back from trailing 21-10 against Baylor, scoring on four of its last five drives. Sophomore kicker Rhett Armstrong’s potential game-winning kick was blocked to seal the Jayhawks’ first win over Baylor since 2007.
Baylor’s loss to TCU left the team and fans despondent. The Bears are heading into Lawrence, Kansas, to redeem themselves and get back on track.
Head coach Dave Aranda and Baylor are shaken after the TCU loss, but they are moving on and looking to the rest of the season.
For a chilly October night game, the stands and student section were packed with Baylor fans donned in black. It seemed like everyone showed up to this highly anticipated Revivalry game, with the exception of the Bears’ offense.
Baylor could not deliver against rival TCU in front of over 46,000 fans at McLane Stadium, failing to reach the end zone for the first time this season in 17-6 loss.
The Revivalry is the oldest game in Texas. Baylor is looking to take back a valuable piece of Central Texas tradition on home turf.
The Revivalry is firing up Baylor as it looks to return to the win column against TCU like it did last time the game was in Waco.
Today’s college football is marked by the increasing number of players transferring each offseason. Fifth-year defensive end Kyler Jordan went against the grain, committing to Baylor for all five years of his collegiate career.
Picked by many to finish near the bottom of the Big 12, Baylor enters its bye week at 4-1 with a four-game winning streak. With a revamped defense, a surging DJ Lagway and a challenging schedule ahead, the Bears are turning preseason doubt into hope.
Senior punter Palmer Williams has already put together a strong resume as one of the best punters in Baylor history. He is continuing to put opposing teams on notice with his strong performance through five weeks.
The Bears sent a message with their 55-19 dismantling of Arizona State: When Baylor’s offense clicks, it can overwhelm opponents. Baylor still has lots to prove only five games into the season, but the Bears should be taken seriously.
Head coach Dave Aranda said earlier in the week that Baylor need more explosive plays. The Bears took that to heart as they exploded for a 55-19 statement win over Arizona State.
Baylor has taken advantage of a three-game home stand, taking all three games. The Bears hit the road to face off against Arizona State in their first conference road game.
Baylor looks to continue its dominance in the pass rush while improving its offensive line performance as it heads into Arizona State matchup.
Fifth-year wide receiver Jayden McGowan missed almost all of last season with Charlotte after suffering a season-ending knee injury in the season opener. He has started his time at Baylor with a bang in the first four games.
Baylor football isn’t a top spender in the country or even the Big 12. But a $4 million jump in total spending from 2025 is helping the Bears improve.
Colorado tied the game at 13 after trailing through the first three quarters. The score lit a fire under Baylor, who locked in across all three phases to win its third straight game.
Baylor will get a health boost with junior quarterback DJ Lagway returning alongside multiple key pieces ahead of the Bears’ conference opener against Colorado.
Baylor wraps its three-game home stand against Colorado with plans to sharpen up against its first conference opponent.
Baylor handled business against Lousiana Tech, but the defense struggled, allowing the most points in a game this season.
Baylor cruised by Prairie View A&M with nine penalties and three interceptions. The Bears understand that they need to clean up their play against a more competitive Louisiana Tech team.
