
Baylor Bears Eye a Turnaround: Scenarios for a Make-or-Break Season
Analysts outline best‑case, most‑likely and worst‑case outcomes for Baylor football as the program rebuilds under new talent and a challenging schedule.
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Analysts outline best‑case, most‑likely and worst‑case outcomes for Baylor football as the program rebuilds under new talent and a challenging schedule.
The Sun Devils are slated for just 6.5 victories in 2024, a modest outlook after two seasons that yielded only 19 combined wins. Their schedule, ranked the toughest in the Big 12 and 33rd nationally by Phil Steele, blends a daunting conference lineup with high‑stakes road trips and overseas exposure.

The departure of Brendan Sorsby has reignited debates over the Big 12’s top quarterback for the 2026 season, with Florida transfer DJ Lagway emerging as a focal point for Baylor’s offense.

Three inventive methods—lottery balls, sprint tests, and arm‑strength throws—are reshaping how fantasy football participants jockey for the best draft slots.

Baylor University is preparing for the 2026 football season, banking on quarterback DJ Lagway to stabilize an offense that showed promise last year while a revamped defense aims to reduce points allowed.

After a challenging season, Baylor’s head coach Dave Aranda is banking on quarterback DJ Lagway to bring a turnaround, focusing on health, chemistry and a revamped supporting cast.

After a disappointing 5-7 campaign, Baylor looks to rebuild with new talent and a renewed focus on consistency.

The 2026 schedule blends modest non‑conference foes with a gauntlet of top‑tier Big 12 rivals, setting the stage for a rebuilding Cyclones team under head coach Jimmy Rogers.

The 2026 Cyclones face a mixed slate of opponents, from Southeast Missouri State to BYU, as they navigate a challenging Big 12 landscape under head coach Jimmy Rogers.

Michael Trigg, a Baylor tight end whose college path wound through USC and Ole Miss, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft but secured a heavily compensated free‑agent deal with the Dallas Cowboys. His 2025 campaign, marked by a Mackey Award finalist nod and career‑high numbers, highlights both his talent and the challenges he overcame.