REBUILD: Why 2026 Transfer Portal CHAOS Is Dave Aranda's BIGGEST Test Yet, Is He LOSING DJ Lagway?

Baylor football faces a crucial crossroads: can Dave Aranda leverage the transfer portal to build a contender, or is Baylor destined to be a feeder program for SEC and Big Ten powerhouses? Cam Stuart and Sydney Wicker debate Baylor’s latest transfer moves, the development gap, and whether a turnaround like Indiana’s is possible in Waco. Are Baylor’s key departures—like Bryson Washington to Auburn and Keaton Thomas to Ole Miss—signaling deeper program issues, or is there hope for rapid improvement with the current portal haul?

The conversation shifts to Big 12 basketball, spotlighting Arizona's dominance, West Virginia's surprising surge, and Utah and Kansas State’s early struggles. The hosts break down what these shifts mean for the conference landscape, question Baylor’s ability to retain top talent, and discuss how NIL and constant player movement are redefining college football. Can Baylor reclaim its standing, or are bigger changes needed for lasting success?

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