Key Concepts: What "Fitting the Run" Means
Baylor struggled with their basic run fits in 2023, Aranda's involvement with the linebackers this Fall should help prevent that from happening again.
Key Concepts: What Is the STAR Position?
The position made famous by Jalen Pitre, what is this enigmatic position?
Key Concepts: Understanding the "Field" and "Boundary"
These terms you may have never heard of uniquely impact college football.
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Three Plays that Provide Optimism for Baylor Basketball
Here are three plays from the Cincinnati game that made me optimistic Baylor can improve on both ends of the court.
When is it Time for Baylor to Get Radical with the Defense?
Evaluating Baylor’s defense, there are real weaknesses that Baylor needs to scheme around. Are they willing to do something different to improve?
Theories for Why Baylor Basketball's Defense Isn't Good Enough
I'll outline some today, then we'll do a series on possibilities that goes more in-depth
Defending TCU — Baylor Needs Turnovers
TCU is an efficient and explosive offense that turns the ball over a lot. They will rack up yards in this game, but Baylor could make this close if they turn over TCU's young QB.
Defending Cincinnati — Quarterback Run and Red Zone Stops
Cincy is actually a better offense than I figured given their poor reputation this year. They’re not electric, but they have a solid offensive line, a decent RB, a QB who can really make things happen with his feet, and good skill talent.
Defending UCF — Horizontal Stress and Wreaking Havoc
The biggest thing Malzahn has been known for is his use of motion in spread sets. He’s trying to stress you horizontally so that when his speedsters hit a crease they can finish vertically.
Texas Defense: Kwiatkowski's Extremely Multiple, Attacking Style
How does UT's defense attack? How experienced & athletic are they? How can Baylor counter? Who wins?
The Players and Scheme Behind Texas State's Defense - Preview & Prediction!
Texas State’s DC is another one of Kinne’s coordinators from UIW who came with him: Jonathan Patke. The Bobcats run a 4-2-5 defense with four linemen, two linebackers, and five defensive backs.
JJ Joe: Will the Defense Return to "Aranda-Level"?
Former Baylor QB JJ Joe (1990-1993) joins SicEm365 in this daily segment throughout the 2023 football season to discuss a variety of topics as it relates to upcoming and previous games
Questions of the Week: What will Texas State Reveal?
Each week, I will pose some questions. Some will be for the team to answer on Saturday. Others will be for analysts and pundits. All of them are for you to respond to in the comments! So here we go:
Quick Evaluations of Baylor Football's Defensive Starters and Contributors
Here are some strengths and weaknesses in one-sentence evaluations of the Bears that will see the vast majority of snaps for the defense in 2023.
Banks of the Brazos: Offensive Efficiency, Defensive Recruiting, and Top Big 12 Porgrams
Colt answers some questions from other staff members on Baylor Football and Baylor Athletics as a whole.
Can Baylor's Defense Get Back to Form in 2023?
There is talent and potential to be a top 30 defense. Could the final piece of the puzzle be in Aranda getting more involved on defense?
Matthew Powledge: The Power of Energy and Returning to Waco
The new Baylor defensive coordinator met with the media Tuesday after practice and here are the most important takeaways.
