A Decisive First Half
Baylor’s offensive engine roared to life on the opening drive, setting the tone for a lopsided affair at McLane Stadium. While Prairie View A&M struck first with a 25-yard field goal by Ethan Eddins, the Bears responded with aggressive precision. Rhett Armstrong tied the game with a 46-yard kick, but the momentum shifted decisively when Caden Knighten rushed for a five-yard touchdown.
The decisive moment arrived on the final play of the first quarter, as Nate Bennett connected with Jayden McGowan on a 33-yard pass. That strike not only extended the lead to 17-3 but highlighted the efficiency of the Baylor passing attack.
By the end of the first half, the Bears had already built a 24-3 cushion, demonstrating a level of control that the visitors could not match.
Sustained Dominance
The second quarter saw Baylor continue to extend its lead with calculated precision. Dre'lon Miller caught a 22-yard pass from Bennett for another touchdown, pushing the score to 31-3. Bennett then added a personal touch with a 17-yard rushing touchdown, showcasing his dual-threat capability.
Armstrong converted a 45-yard field goal to close out the half, leaving the Panthers trailing 34-3. In the third quarter, Jayden McGowan provided a rare rushing contribution, crossing the goal line on a 13-yard run to make it 41-3. The final points came in the fourth quarter via Armstrong’s 22-yard field goal, securing the 44-3 final margin.
The scoring sequence reflects a team that managed the clock and the scoreboard with ease, limiting Prairie View A&M to a single field goal for the entire contest.
