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Baylor Bears face a pivotal coaching crossroads as speculation swirls around potential replacements for Dave Aranda. Which candidates should Baylor avoid—and is Lincoln Riley really more interested in TCU than the Bears? Cam Stuart breaks down the hottest coaching rumors, dissecting why Matt Rhule, G.J. Kinne, and Neil Brown should be off Baylor’s shortlist despite their Texas ties and coaching credentials.

The conversation focused on Joe Klanderman’s energetic approach as interim head coach, including his promises to inject life into the program, retain key roster talent, and demand higher performance from players. Insights include comparisons to Jeff Traylor’s success at UTSA, the current state of Big 12 coaching searches, and intriguing questions about Lincoln Riley’s preferences. Can Klanderman galvanize the Bears and keep the season alive? Don’t miss this essential breakdown of Baylor’s coaching shakeup, hot board dynamics, and the fierce rivalry implications with TCU.

• 00:00 — Coaches Baylor Should Avoid
  Discussion of three coaching candidates (Matt Rhule, G.J. Kinne, Neal Brown) that Baylor should not consider as Dave Aranda’s replacement, with detailed reasoning for each.
• 10:54 — Joe Klanderman’s Promises
  Examination of interim coach Joe Klanderman’s introductory press conference, his three promises to the Baylor fanbase, and his approach to energizing the program.
• 21:04 — Lincoln Riley/Tulsa Rumor
  Review of the report that Lincoln Riley would turn down Baylor for another Big 12 job, analysis of the credibility and implications of this rumor, and comparison of the Baylor and TCU jobs.

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