In a thrilling game at Milan Puskar Stadium, Baylor’s Bryson Washington had a standout performance, scoring three rushing touchdowns and catching another in a 49-35 victory over West Virginia. The win marked Baylor’s first in Morgantown in seven visits. Quarterback Sawyer Robertson had an impressive game, completing 26 of 36 passes for 329 yards and three touchdowns. Baylor’s explosive offense generated 516 total yards, while their defense limited the Mountaineers to one meaningless touchdown in the second half.
The victory extends Baylor’s winning streak to four games, putting them in contention for the Big 12 Championship and making them bowl eligible. On the other hand, West Virginia drops to 5-5 overall, knocking them out of the title race. Despite WVU’s strong offensive efforts in the first half, they failed to capitalize on defensive opportunities in the second half.
The game featured high-scoring plays reminiscent of their 2012 matchup, with Baylor scoring on five of six first-half offensive possessions. After a scoreless third quarter, Baylor dominated in the fourth quarter with a crucial scoring drive that ultimately sealed the win. Washington’s standout performance and Robertson’s steady passing abilities propelled Baylor to victory.
West Virginia’s Garrett Greene had a solid performance, throwing for 237 yards and two touchdowns and adding 129 rushing yards. However, key defensive lapses and missed opportunities plagued the Mountaineers throughout the game. The loss drops West Virginia to a 2-4 record at home this season.
Looking ahead, West Virginia is set to face UCF next Saturday in their final home game of the season. Despite the loss, Mountaineers fans can look forward to an exciting matchup as the team aims to finish their season strong.
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