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sports16h ago

Texas appears in the top 12 in four of six computer rankings under the model BCS approach.
The simulated BCS places Texas No. 10 in Wolfe and No. 11 in Billingsley.
ESPN-sourced strength of schedule ranks Texas No. 8 and strength of record No. 12.
The article argues the BCS era was for selecting two teams, not 12, highlighting changes in selection dynamics.
The article suggests Texas needs lopsided conference championships or strong committee support to reach the playoff field.
Despite similar rankings, the modern CFP process uses analytics to inform decisions rather than relying on analytics alone.
The piece is cautious about Texas’ immediate playoff path despite some top-12 computer rankings.
Texas’ conference strength and schedule are noted as factors that could influence playoff chances.
The author emphasizes context: BCS rankings were designed to select two teams historically.
The article frames the current CFP landscape as different from old BCS methods due to human and analytics integration.

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sports12h ago

Baylor loses two top 2026 commits as Vincent flips to Michigan and Carlton to Texas, undermining the Bears’ class.
The losses hit the Bears’ 2026 class, dropping it from No. 1 in the Big 12 to 10th in the conference.
Fan anger intensified after Baylor finished 5-7 and missed bowl eligibility for the second time in three seasons.
The school retained head coach Dave Aranda, citing transitional stability and NIL spending as reasons behind the decision.
Listener reaction from Locked On Baylor portrayed the program as broken amid continued recruiting losses.
Baylor’s recruiting setback comes as the program navigates ongoing on-field struggles and a disappointing season end.
The Bears emphasized stability and replacement strategies, pairing high-school recruiting with portal additions to reshape the roster.
Two decommitments spark questions about the program’s foundation ahead of the offseason.
Baylor’s 2026 class had been touted for stability and vision prior to the decommitments.
Analysts compare Baylor’s current situation with broader coaching changes seen elsewhere during the season.

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