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Matt Rhule: Baylor in 'almost a panicked state,' Zach Smith to start at QB over 'banged up' Solomon

After an 0-2 start, Baylor will have a new starting quarterback Saturday.

Out is Arizona grad transfer Anu Solomon. Back in the starting lineup is sophomore Zach Smith, who led the Motel 6 Cactus Bowl victory over Boise State -- Baylor's only win in its last nine games.

After falling to Liberty and UTSA at home, new coach Matt Rhule had to change things before a road game at Duke (2-0), and quarterback was the obvious position. Quarterback play had just been one of many reasons for the start -- but Solomon struggled against UTSA and has completed just 43.