Baylor Bears Edge Colorado Buffaloes 23-13 in McLane Stadium Showdown

Bears Secure Victory in Waco

The Colorado Buffaloes entered Saturday’s contest with high hopes, but the Baylor Bears ultimately proved too resilient on their home turf. In a contest defined by strong offensive execution from the home squad, Baylor claimed a 23-13 victory before 40,015 fans at McLane Stadium. The result improved the Bears to a 3-1 record, while the Buffaloes dropped to 2-2 in the season.

For the visiting team, the effort fell short despite a competitive showing that saw them within striking distance in the final quarter.

Scoring Sequence

Colorado struck first in the opening period when Elliott Arnold connected on a 24-yard field goal, giving the visitors a 3-0 lead. Baylor responded quickly in the second quarter, with Rhett Armstrong narrowing the gap on a 37-yard field goal. The momentum shifted decisively when DJ Lagway found Gavin Freeman for a 3-yard touchdown pass, extending Baylor’s lead to 10-3.

Armstrong added to the advantage with a 27-yard field goal in the third quarter, making it 13-6. Arnold cut the deficit to 13-3 with a 46-yard kick, but the Buffaloes could not sustain their pressure. In the fourth quarter, Isaac Wilson connected with Joseph Williams on a 17-yard touchdown pass to tie the game at 13-13.

However, Lagway answered with a 33-yard touchdown pass to Jadon Porter, and Armstrong sealed the win with a 54-yard field goal.

Statistical Highlights

DJ Lagway was the engine of the Baylor offense, completing 19 of 39 passes for 221 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Gavin Freeman was a key target, recording six receptions for 59 yards and a touchdown. On the ground, Dawson Pendergrass contributed 85 rushing yards on 16 carries.

For Colorado, Isaac Wilson completed 12 of 25 passes for 156 yards and a touchdown. Micah Welch rushed for 35 yards on nine carries, while Joseph Williams led the receiving corps with 11 catches for 127 yards and a touchdown.

Sources

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