Baylor University dismissed football coach Dave Aranda on Sunday, one day after the Bears lost to Kansas 17-6. The defeat gave the Jayhawks their first Big 12 win of the season and snapped a 14‑game losing streak against Baylor dating back to 2007. Aranda posted a 40‑40 record in seven seasons, guiding Baylor to a 12‑2 run, a Big 12 title and a Sugar Bowl victory in 2021, but the Bears have struggled since, finishing 5‑7 last year and 4‑3 this season.
Defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman, a former Kansas State assistant, will serve as interim coach. Athletic director Doug Mc Namee praised Aranda's dedication but cited a need for leadership change. The team still faces a challenging schedule, including games at BYU, against Texas Tech, and at Houston.
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