Big 12 Football: Week 10 Power Rankings

6. Baylor Bears

Unfortunately, the game was met with controversy surrounding former coach Art Briles, and the true meaning behind its “Blackout,” but for more on that, click here. A concern people had going into the game, was how focused the team actually was, given the controversy. I don’t think the controversy itself played a role in the Bears’ loss, but more so, its depth.

Before the season began, the majority of its freshmen signing class were released from their letters of intent, so that limited a significant amount of players who could be thrown into the rotation if need be. Later in the season is when coaches typically decide if redshirts need to fill roles, but the Bears don’t have that option. We all knew at some point this season that would be an issue, as there are only so many plays and reps a player can take in a certain season.

Many believed a 1-point loss against Texas was just a fluke, but giving up 688 yards at home against TCU has created a trend. Quarterback Seth Russell threw 22-of-42 for 282 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, but the TCU defense registered three sacks in its dominant performance.

With No. 14 Oklahoma on the road this weekend, that loss trend has a very high probability of continuing.

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