Baylor Football October 26

Vonbon Hill

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25-11-2024

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The Bears Take on the Wildcats

On October 26, the Baylor Bears faced off against the Kansas State Wildcats in a highly anticipated matchup at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas. The Bears, led by head coach Matt Rhule, were looking to bounce back from a tough loss to Oklahoma State the week prior, while the Wildcats were seeking to build on their momentum after a thrilling win over TCU.

A High-Scoring Affair

The game got off to a rocky start for the Bears, as the Wildcats scored on their opening possession thanks to a 1-yard touchdown run by quarterback Skylar Thompson. However, Baylor quickly responded with a scoring drive of their own, capped off by a 3-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Charlie Brewer to wide receiver Denzel Mims.

The first half saw both teams trade blows, with the Wildcats taking a 14-10 lead into halftime. But the Bears came out strong in the second half, scoring 21 unanswered points to take a 31-14 lead midway through the fourth quarter.

A Late Surge by the Wildcats

Despite being down by 17 points, the Wildcats refused to give up. Thompson led a late charge, throwing two touchdown passes to bring the score to 31-28 with just over a minute remaining. However, the Bears were able to recover the ensuing onside kick and run out the clock, securing a hard-fought victory.

Key Performances

• Charlie Brewer: 23/34, 256 yards, 1 TD
• Denzel Mims: 7 receptions, 81 yards, 1 TD
• John Lovett: 14 carries, 74 yards
• Skylar Thompson: 22/34, 218 yards, 2 TDs
• Dalton Schoen: 7 receptions, 104 yards, 1 TD

Takeaways

The win marked Baylor's fifth of the season, keeping their bowl game hopes alive. The Bears' defense showed significant improvement from the week prior, limiting the Wildcats to just 342 total yards. Meanwhile, the offense continued to show its explosiveness, with Brewer and Mims forming a formidable connection.

As the Bears look ahead to their next matchup, they'll be seeking to build on this momentum and continue their push towards a successful season.