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Baylor Bears Stun Kansas State with Fourth-Quarter Comeback

10/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Baylor Bears rallied from a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to edge Kansas State 35-34.
Sawyer Robertson threw 345 passing yards, while Michael Trigg had 155 receiving yards.
Kansas State's Avery Johnson threw for 339 yards and had a rushing TD.
Baylor's Jacob Redding's pick-six shifted momentum, and a blocked 56-yard field goal sealed the 35-34 win.

History

Historical Context

In 1984, the NCAA created the Division I Football Championship Subdivision, reshaping college football's competitive structure. Baylor University, part of the Big 12 Conference, gained prominence with players like Robert Griffin III, who won the Heisman Trophy in 2011. Recent thrilling games, such as their comeback against Kansas State, highlight the sport's enduring excitement and its ability to draw over 14 million viewers for key matchups.

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Story summary

Baylor Bears rallied from a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to edge Kansas State 35-34.
Sawyer Robertson threw 345 passing yards, while Michael Trigg had 155 receiving yards.
Kansas State's Avery Johnson threw for 339 yards and had a rushing TD.
Baylor's Jacob Redding's pick-six shifted momentum, and a blocked 56-yard field goal sealed the 35-34 win.

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