Baylor enters a pivotal football season with Dave Aranda entering Year 7 of his tenure with a 36-37 record. His Bears are 22-28 overall and 15-21 in Big 12 play since winning the conference championship in 2021. Many thought the third losing season in the last four years – and his fourth in six seasons in charge – would end his tenure. Instead, controversy behind the scenes in the athletic director’s office gave him a reprieve.
Aranda knows he’s on the hot seat and under pressure. He’s read the columns, heard the podcasts, and seen the message board posts. He’s not running from how important 2026 is to his future and to the Baylor Bears. He cares deeply about righting the ship and turning his doubters into believers.