Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jan 13, 2026

Jacob Westendorf is a contributing writer for Baylor Bears on SI. He is also a writer covering the Green Bay Packers for Packers on SI. Westendorf graduated from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay where he earned a degree in communication with an emphasis in journalism and mass media. He worked in newspapers in Green Bay and Rockford, Illinois. He also interned at Packer Report for Bill Huber while earning his degree. In 2018, he became a staff writer for PackerReport.com, and a regular contributor on Packer Report's "Pack A Day Podcast." In 2020, he founded the media company Game On Wisconsin. In 2023, he rejoined Packer Central, which is part of Sports Illustrated Media Group.

Sep 12, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears head coach Dave Aranda on the sidelines during the first half against the Prairie View A&M Panthers at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Basketball

Jared Nuness left Baylor's basketball program in December citing a personal reason. Last week, it was revealed by the NCAA that an investigation involving him was completed.

Football

CBS recently ran a projection of the college fotoball season, and said the Baylor football program would miss the postseason altogether. What would that mean for their program?

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of a Baylor Bears helmet at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Football season is right around the corner, and the Baylor Bears are starting to tease a few different plans for the season. Sure, there are highlights of DJ La

Baylor football is entering a huge season for their program. How are they going to fare? We take a stab at that here.

Nov 29, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) gestures before the snap against the Florida State Seminoles during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

DJ Lagway has sky high expectations coming into Baylor this season. Here are the reasons I'm not buying the hype.

Nov 29, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball under pressure from Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Amaree Williams (40) and Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman James Williams (10) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Football

Baylor Football has a new quarterback this year that they are high on. What are the thoughts on him around the conference?

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Baylor Bears offensive coordinator Jake Spavital against the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Baylor's offensive coordinator has his work cut out for him with a new cast of characters at every key position. How can he take advantage of them?

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Baylor Bears head coach Dave Aranda against the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Some games are more important than others. We all know that. Baylor football has games that will matter more to their season than others on their schedule. These are the four biggest ones that will define their season.

Football

Jake Spavital poured gasoline on the hyperbolic fire that is following DJ Lagway at Baylor after he was named to the Maxwell Award Watch List. How can he go from someone to watch, to the winner of the award?

Football

Two of Baylor's top players on the line of scrimmage are in a holding pattern, and for now, Dave Aranda is just like the rest of us. He's sitting and waiting.

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Baylor Bears safety Jacob Redding (38) against the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Baylor's intensity levels appear to have picked up dramatically as they embark on a program-defining season.

Football

Baylor Football is kicking off a big season on Wednesday, and here are the storylines to keep the closest eye on.

Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jan 13, 2026

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Basketball

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Football

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Football

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Football

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Football

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Football

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