2025 Baylor Bears Football Team Season Review and Game Summaries

The 2025 Baylor Bears football team represented Baylor University as a member of the Big 12 Conference during the 2025 NCAA Division I FBS football season. Led by sixth-year head coach Dave Aranda, the Bears played their home games at the iconic McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas.

Season Overview

The Bears' 2025 campaign was marked by a mix of high-scoring games and challenging matchups. The team drew an average home attendance of 39,447, ranking 57th highest among all college football teams, demonstrating strong community support in Waco.

Game Summaries

vs Auburn Tigers

In their season opener against Auburn, the Bears faced a tough battle at McLane Stadium. Despite a strong effort from quarterback Sawyer Robertson, who connected with Kobe Prentice and Caden Knighten for touchdowns, Baylor ownly managed to fall to the Tigers, with a final score of 38-24.

at No. 17 SMU Mustangs

One of the most thrilling games of the season was the road trip to Dallas. In a high-scoring shootout, Baylor fought back from an early deficit to secure a dramatic 48-45 victory over the ranked SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. The game was decided by a 27-yard field goal by Connor Hawkins in the final seconds.

vs Samford Bulldogs (FCS)

The Bears continued their momentum with a dominant performance against Samford. Playing at home in McLane Stadium, Baylor showcased their offensive potency, with Bryson Washington and Sawyer Robertson leading the charge to a convincing victory.

Schedule and Venues

The team's 2025 schedule included a variety of venues, including their home base at McLane Stadium, Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, and Boone Pickens Stadium in Oklahoma. Key matchups included the rivalry game against TCU in the "The Revivalry" at Amon G. Carter Stadium.

Opponent	Location	Result
Auburn	McLane Stadium (Waco, TX)	Loss
SMU	Gerald J. Ford Stadium (Dallas, TX)	Win
Samford		McLane Stadium (Waco, TX)	Win