Prior to kickoff against the Kansas State Wildcats, Baylor recognized its twelve seniors, including quarterback Seth Russell, who rode in on his golf cart to the roaring applause of the Baylor faithful.
As for the game, Baylor turned its offense over to true freshman quarterback Zach Smith. The Bears were able to loosen up Smith’s arm with a couple of short completions, however, the drive would result in a punt.
Baylor’ second drive would yield similar results, but due to several key penalties by the Wildcats’ defense, including a roughing the kicker, a face mask, and two offsides penalties, the drive continued deep into Kansas State territory.