Baylor Secures Victory
Nate Bennett leads Baylor past Louisiana Tech with three touchdown passes as Big 12 matchups approach.
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Bennett’s 87.5% completion rate was Baylor’s best by a quarterback since Robert Griffin III completed 90.5% against Stephen F. Austin in 2011.
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Baylor’s 36-19 win followed a 17-16 season-opening loss to Auburn; DJ Lagway has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury in that Sept. 5 game.
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Coach Dave Aranda praised Bennett’s deep passing, saying, “The touch he has on the deep ball is a special thing,” while noting that Baylor’s offensive line protected him on all three touchdown passes.
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West Virginia’s football game against No. 25 Virginia is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte; the WVU Gameday app and WVUSports.com will continue to provide free access to the radio stream despite TuneIn’s premium game-day format.
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West Virginia women’s soccer enters its Big 12 opener with a 10-1-3 record in conference openers, while its defense has limited five of six opponents to three shots on goal or fewer; Baylor enters the matchup on a five-game winning streak.
Baylor improved to 2-1 by defeating Louisiana Tech 36-19, with backup quarterback Nate Bennett throwing for 253 yards and three touchdowns in his second straight start. Star-Telegram reported that Bennett completed 21 of 24 passes—an 87.5% completion rate, the best by a Baylor quarterback since Robert Griffin III in 2011. Starting for injured DJ Lagway, Bennett also rushed for another score as Baylor's defense forced turnovers and created pressure throughout the game.
West Virginia, sitting at 2-0, faces No. 25 Virginia on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET in Charlotte. Meanwhile, No. 9 West Virginia's women's soccer team hosts No. 12 Baylor in a Big 12 opener, seeking to extend a three-match winning streak over the Bears. WVUSports.com will stream both games live and free through the WVU Gameday app.
Bennett's Dominant Debut Delivers Baylor's Second Win
Nate Bennett stepped in flawlessly after DJ Lagway's ankle injury sidelined the starter. Star-Telegram noted Bennett connected on deep touchdown passes to Louis Brown IV and Jayden McGowan, with coach Dave Aranda praising his accuracy: "The touch he has on the deep ball is a special thing." True freshman Ryelan Morris added 55 rushing yards on four carries, extending Baylor's offensive weapons.
Baylor's Defense Pressures Louisiana Tech Into Mistakes
Baylor's defensive unit generated consistent pressure and forced critical turnovers. The Louisiana Tech offense managed only 19 points despite facing a Baylor team that had struggled to stop Auburn in the season opener. Star-Telegram reported the offensive line protected Bennett on all three touchdown pass plays, allowing the quarterback to deliver strikes downfield with confidence.
Aranda Points to Penalties and Mental Errors as Concerns
Despite the convincing win, coach Dave Aranda emphasized areas needing improvement before Big 12 play begins. Penalties and miscues plagued stretches of the game, and Aranda said mental errors remain a concern as Baylor shifts focus to conference competition. The team's 2-1 record follows a 17-16 loss to Auburn on September 5, when Lagway first suffered his ankle injury.
West Virginia Hosts Virginia in Charlotte Neutral-Site Showdown
West Virginia's undefeated football team faces a stiff test against No. 25 Virginia on Saturday night at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The WVU Gameday app and WVUSports.com will provide free radio streaming of the game, making it accessible to all fans. Both teams enter the matchup with strong defensive credentials and red zone efficiency.
West Virginia Women's Soccer Eyes Big 12 Opener Against Baylor
No. 9 West Virginia's women's soccer team brings a 10-1-3 record in Big 12 conference openers into its matchup with No. 12 Baylor. The Mountaineers have won three straight matches over the Bears and held five of six opponents to three shots on goal or fewer this season. WVUSports.com will stream the Big 12 opener live and free, as West Virginia seeks to extend its winning streak.
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