Baylor just fired head coach Dave Aranda, and almost immediately, Fox Sports college football analyst Robert Griffin III made it abundantly clear he’s interested in the job. The former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback stopped by The Dan Patrick Show and The Herd with Colin Cowherd on Monday, staking his claim that he’s the man to turn the Bears around. Griffin stated, “If Baylor wants to get back to winning and have a university that isn’t just respectable on the football field, but one the fans can be proud of, they need people who know what it looks like to win at Baylor.” He even confirmed he’s already spoken with athletic director Doug McNamee, who “knows what it looks like to win at Baylor.”
RGIII’s Bold Claim: “I Know I Could Do It”
Griffin is all in on this. When pressed on his interest, he didn’t mince words, saying, “Yes, 100 percent.” He believes the fans “deserve a winner,” a team they can be proud of, a team they can be excited about. He’s confident in his ability to deliver, stating flat out, “I know I could do it.” His vision is to return the Bears to their “brief stint near the top of college football,” echoing similar sentiments across both talk shows. It’s a powerful declaration from a guy who definitely knows what it feels like to bring success to that program.
The Elephant in the Room: Zero Coaching Experience
Here’s where it gets interesting, and frankly, a bit concerning. While Griffin is right about representing football success at Baylor, the article points out he’s “gilding the lily a bit” by noting he has “no head coaching experience.” The reality? He has **no coaching experience of any kind**, period. That’s a massive hurdle, especially for a Big 12 program. His current public persona, from what the article mentions, is more focused on “engagement baiting, wild online feuds, hot takes, and floating himself for roles he’s not qualified for.” This isn’t exactly the resume you expect for a program looking for stability and a genuine leader.
What’s Next For Baylor’s Coaching Search?
So, where does Baylor go from here? Griffin himself threw out a few names that might actually “make sense” as candidates, including Boise State’s Spencer Danielson, UTSA’s Jeff Traylor, and USC’s Lincoln Riley. Baylor fans are no doubt watching closely, wondering if their university will consider a bold, high-profile gamble with zero experience or opt for a more traditional path. The stakes are high, and the choice will define the next era of Bears football.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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