Senior offensive lineman Josh Malin is ready for a big senior season after settling into a position for the first time in his career.

In this preview, I take a look at six Baylor players who need to progress to the point of winning starting positions for Baylor to be at their best this fall.

Host Grayson Grundhoefer flies solo in this edition of Fast Friday and reflects on hearing from Matt Rhule, Josh Malin and Charlie Brewer in San Antonio and Austin earlier this week. Also notes on the big recruiting weekend.

Baylor senior offensive lineman Josh Malin has seen several position changes during his career in Waco, but now he is comfortable and ready for his role on the offensive line.

In this summer countdown of the top 40 players on Baylor's roster for the 2018 season, we rank each player according to where they are in relation to other players at their position, how they relate to others on the team, and how they are projected to contribute this fall.

Baylor senior Josh Malin (6-6, 301) is listed as the starting left tackle for the Bears according to the released depth chart and season preview at Big 12 Media Days on Monday in Frisco.

Finding talent, depth, and continuity for the most important position group on the field is key to Baylor's success in the 2018 season.