Baylor coaching search: Top candidates, recruiting outlook after Dave Aranda's firing
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Key Points:
- Dave Aranda was fired as Baylor's head football coach after nearly six seasons, following a promising 12-2 campaign in 2021 but subsequent struggles and a 26-31 overall record.
- Aranda was retained through coaching transitions and a new athletic director's arrival but was ultimately dismissed after back-to-back losses in the 2026 season.
- Defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman has been named interim head coach for the remainder of the season as Baylor prepares for a major coaching search.
- The Baylor roster includes talented players like transfer quarterback DJ Lagway, who has shown potential despite injuries and inconsistency, providing a foundation for the incoming coach.
- New athletic director Doug McNamee faces the challenge of revitalizing a program with a mixed recent history, balancing recruiting opportunities with the need for sustained success.
