Editor's note: This story was originally published on February 22, 2017.
Baylor defensive line outlook for 2017
Key returnees: K.J. Smith (senior), Xavier Jones (junior), Ira Lewis (junior), Tyrone Hunt (sophomore), Jamie Jacobs (junior), Greg Roberts (junior)
Key losses: none
Newcomers: DeMarco Artis (freshman), Justin Harris (freshman), James Lynch (freshman)
Biggest unanswered question: How much will a year of chemistry and experience help the defensive line? This group was the one singled out by interim head coach Jim Grobe as one that concerned him at the beginning of the 2016 season.