Dominant Home Performance
Baylor Bears quarterback Nate Bennett delivered a multifaceted offensive display on Sunday, September 13, 2026, leading his team to a decisive 44-3 victory over the Prairie View A&M Panthers at McLane Stadium in Waco. The home team controlled the tempo from the opening drive, establishing a lead that never wavered in front of a crowd of 38,642.
Bennett’s performance was the centerpiece of the afternoon, combining passing precision with rushing threat to dismantle the visiting defense.
Scoring Breakdown
The Bears built their advantage quickly in the first quarter. After Ethan Eddins kicked a 25-yard field goal for Prairie View A&M, Baylor responded with a 46-yard field goal by Rhett Armstrong. Baylor then struck twice more in the period.
Caden Knighten rushed five yards for a touchdown, and Bennett connected with Jayden McGowan on a 33-yard pass for a score. The team entered the second quarter leading 17-3.
Baylor extended its lead significantly in the second period. Dre'lon Miller caught a 22-yard pass from Bennett for a touchdown, followed by Bennett himself rushing 17 yards for a score. Armstrong added a 45-yard field goal before the half, pushing the margin to 31-3.
In the third quarter, McGowan added another score with a 13-yard run. The final points came in the fourth quarter when Armstrong converted a 22-yard field goal, sealing the 44-3 result.
