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Gameday Thread: Baylor (0-1) vs. UTSA (0-0)

September 9, 2017
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BAYLOR (0-1) vs. UTSA (0-0)

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BEARS LOOKING FOR FIRST WIN IN 2017

Baylor's 2017 season is only an 11-game season. Well, it should be now at least after the Bears dropped the season opener to a Liberty team who is in the middle of making a transition from FCS to FBS last Saturday at McLane Stadium.

The Bears were without six potential starters to begin the game against the Flames and then lost another one right before half when running back JaMycal Hasty went down with an injury that will sideline him for multiple weeks. Mo Porter did return to lineup to offset the number situation, but another returning contributor going down was not welcomed news.

With the return of four defensive backs to the rotation, Baylor hopes to end their struggles against the pass, move forward from the worst loss in the Big 12 so far this season, and get a victory over a solid UTSA team that presents many challenges of their own even for a fully healthy Power 5 program.

The Bears enter the game was more than two-touchdown favorites over the Roadrunners.


SIDENOTE STORYLINE

Baylor gets boost of depth in secondary

CB, Timarcus Davis (Freshman) - The true freshman is expected to contribute on special teams and in passing situations on defense as a third cornerback according to head coach Matt Rhule.

CB, Jameson Houston (Sophomore) - Houston was the starter throughout the spring and fall camp, but a head injury in practice the week prior to the season opener kept him out last week.

S, Davion Hall (Senior) - Hall could become a big part of the puzzle for Baylor's secondary, but he has had very limited time in action in the new scheme under Phil Snow.

S, Rajah Preciado (Sophomore) - If nothing more, Preciado will provide critical depth for the Bears who lacked it last week against Liberty. If more, Preciado could prove to be more reliable than other options.


MATT RHULE QUOTE OF THE WEEK

On expectations heading into the game after loss to Liberty...

"I expect to win every game I play, but at least now we know where we are. So, as we go out to play UTSA, I don’t want to play them on coverages and if we’re not good enough, we’re not good enough, but we can’t beat ourselves. We can’t have to call timeout because we have 12 guys on the field for a field goal. That’s coaching, and that’s going to get corrected. We gotta get the players to buy in to the things they can change, and then eventually, the lights will go on for everybody on defense. Offensively, we were explosive, but we weren’t efficient enough for me. But we were explosive. One guy, instead of running a slant and crossing a guy’s face, he quits on the play and they pick it off and run it back for a touchdown. I’m not calling the kid out, but I tell you to go across his face. And I think some of those kids are saying “okay coach I see why I have to do that.” Anu took some heat on some plays, but we had guys running the wrong routes on third down, thinking “I need to get to the sticks” instead of just running the route. So Anu is trying to adjust when they’re not where they’re supposed to be. So, all that panic that set in during the game, we just need to calm down and go play. They know how to play, so I think you’ll see a much better football team this week.”


PLAYERS TO WATCH

SicEm365
S, Davion Hall

The former WR was moved to defense last fall and has stayed on the defensive side of the ball under the new staff. He spent time with the first-team defense this week in practice and is expected to return from injury. In 2016, Hall collected 52 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, three pass breakups and one interception in 10 games.

Jim Black
RB, John Lovett

The true freshman was asked to carry the weight in week one after JaMycal Hasty went out with injury. The New Jersey native carried the ball 14 times for 89 yards and two TDs, including a score from 34 yards. He is one of three true freshmen expected to receive carries against UTSA.

Jim Black
TE, Ish Wainright

Another injury, another new starter. A former basketball player for Baylor, Wainright will receive his first-career start with the absence of senior TE Jordan Feuerbacher who will miss time with a hand injury. The TEs weren't utilized in the passing game last week, but that could change against UTSA.

Jim Black
OL, Mo Porter

returned from suspension in the second half against Liberty and showed why the staff has held him in high regard throughout the spring and fall. The challenege will increase greatly with a solid defensive unit from UTSA. If Porter plays well, Baylor's chances for victory improve greatly.

 

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*** Official Gameday Thread: Baylor vs. UTSA

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303Bear
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After the last CiCi's commercial, my wife just said, "Fitting, Baylor is playing like a crappy $6 pizza buffet"

At least I got one laugh tonight.
Grizz Air
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Karab said:

Grizz Air said:

txturtlegirl said:

I'm bored so booing is about the only interesting thing to do during this game.
I once saw someone get shot close range in the face 50 times in a row. I was not bored. I was horrified and sad.
If this isn't sarcasm, I'd like to hear the story
The story is I watched the Baylor-UTSA game. It was a metaphor. UTSA shot us in the face at least 50 times today. And it's not even over yet.
Oldbear83
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It just occurred to me, that a 3 point loss at home to Liberty could turn out to be the high point of the 2017 season for Baylor.

Coach Rhule is now in the running for the worst coach of all time for Baylor Football.
That which does not kill me, will try again and get nastier
BaylorProud77
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Oldbear83 said:

njcooper5 said:

When is the last time Baylor went 0-12? Very likely. Can you see this team beating KU? This is unreal. Welcome to Texas and the Big 12, CMR!
I'm seriously wondering how Coach Rhule could be this bad as a coach?
He makes Herman look like a super star!
Doc Holliday
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Alright, I got an idea. Let's pull all of our money together, including major donors and let's pay double Nick Sabans salary and his entire staff and get him over here to BU LOL

Buforlife
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I'm at the game watching this coaching disaster. Will someone trade take my 50 yard line seats for the third deck so I don't have to see these coaching disasters up close and personal. I will give you cash
DAC
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At least we're more balanced!!
Wikstr9
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My son just asked me if he had to go to Baylor.
txturtlegirl
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Are the recruits still at the game?
303Bear
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So glad I held off dropping money on homecoming.
BillDauterive
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Wikstr9
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Hey. If you have a game you want to sell - let me know. I need to punish my kids

Seriously, I'd buy some from you.
BaylorBU17
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Gruvin said:

bobo said:

Good or bad I am betting on college football again. Making bank.
used to make a ton on the over, its a new day but money flows to the man who bets wisely


Over use to be money. I'm not sure the will even offer a line once we get into the big twelve. Do they make lines over 50? Not that I'm aware of.
txturtlegirl
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Holy crap! Snap the ball!
303Bear
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welp...
Keeno
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I simply was not prepared for how bad this football team is. All the puff in the offseason press was rainbows and unicorns. It's going to be a very long year.
BillDauterive
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bobo
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I got nothing. I am sick. I am also getting a grand in a brown paper bag Tuesday afternoon

rhule is absolute shiite
DAC
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Even the girl said the defense looks exhausted
Oldbear83
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Delay of game on the first ... freaking .. .play ... of .. the ... drive
That which does not kill me, will try again and get nastier
BaylorProud77
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txturtlegirl said:

Are the recruits still at the game?
Probably not
merckywaters
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BearKamp said:

There's a couple jerk off rob touches that were very vocal last week that have gone silent. Stomach must be very full from all the Crow.

ummmm
#FreeCinque
Doc Holliday
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Anyone down to chew out the coaching staff after the game with me at section 111?
merckywaters
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so where my sunshine pumpers at?!
#FreeCinque
Branch155
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I'm afraid Galitz's leg might fall off
Grizz Air
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PLAY ZACH SMITH!

FOR THE LOVE, COACH RHULE, DO WHAT IS RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
merckywaters
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landthieves 31
gatornorth 13
with 9 and change to go
#FreeCinque
GABear78
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Wikstr9 said:

My son just asked me if he had to go to Baylor.


After I said to my 6th grader, Baylor will not go to a bowl before you go to Baylor..He responded he isn't going to go to Baylor...that's gonna be a long bowl drought
Jacques Strap
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OU blowing tOSU out so I'm back to watching the trainwreck
Forest Bueller
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DAC said:

At least we're more balanced!!

Yep.

Suck on offense.
Suck on defense.
By the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved.
Grizz Air
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Branch155 said:

I'm afraid Galitz's leg might fall off
On the bright side, he will get to showcase his leg to NFL scouts. Much more action than in years past.
DAC
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Grizz Air said:

PLAY ZACH SMITH!

FOR THE LOVE, COACH RHULE, DO WHAT IS RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Patience. Wait till the last play
Buforlife
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The alumni section just booed the play call
txturtlegirl
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Any momentum we had early in the game (and I'm being nice) is now gone. Stands are starting to empty.
I wonder if the regents will hide and not ride in the HC parade this year.
CizzLark
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I want our old offense back.
 
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